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Author Katti, G.; Stucchi, M.; Velenis, D.; Sorée, B.; de Meyer, K.; Dehaene, W.
Title Temperature-dependent modeling and characterization of through-silicon via capacitance Type A1 Journal article
Year 2011 Publication IEEE electron device letters Abbreviated Journal Ieee Electr Device L
Volume 32 Issue 4 Pages 563-565
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract A semianalytical model of the through-silicon via (TSV) capacitance for elevated operating temperatures is derived and verified with electrical measurements. The effect of temperature on the increase in TSV capacitance over different technology parameters is explored, and it is shown that higher oxide thickness reduces the impact of temperature rise on TSV capacitance, while with low doped substrates, which are instrumental for reducing the TSV capacitance, the sensitivity of TSV capacitance to temperature is large and cannot be ignored.
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Language Wos 000288664800045 Publication Date 2011-03-04
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ISSN 0741-3106;1558-0563; ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.048 Times cited 27 Open Access
Notes ; ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.048; 2011 IF: 2.849
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:89402 Serial 3498
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Author Toledano-Luque, M.; Matagne, P.; Sibaja-Hernandez, A.; Chiarella, T.; Ragnarsson, L.-A.; Sorée, B.; Cho, M.; Mocuta, A.; Thean, A.
Title Superior reliability of junctionless pFinFETs by reduced oxide electric field Type A1 Journal article
Year 2014 Publication IEEE electron device letters Abbreviated Journal Ieee Electr Device L
Volume 35 Issue 12 Pages 1179-1181
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract Superior reliability of junctionless (JL) compared with inversion-mode field-effect transistors (FETs) is experimentally demonstrated on bulk FinFET wafers. The reduced negative bias temperature instability (NBTI) of JL pFETs outperforms the previously reported best NBTI reliability data obtained with Si channel devices and guarantees 10-year lifetime at typical operating voltages and high temperature. This behavior is understood through the reduced oxide electric field and lessened interaction between charge carriers and oxide traps during device operation. These findings encourage the investigation of JL devices with alternative channels as a promising alternative for 7-nm technology nodes meeting reliability targets.
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Language Wos 000345575400006 Publication Date 2014-10-21
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ISSN 0741-3106;1558-0563; ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.048 Times cited 13 Open Access
Notes ; This work was supported by the imec's Core Partner Program. The review of this letter was arranged by Editor J. Schmitz. ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.048; 2014 IF: 2.754
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:122192 Serial 3378
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Author Iyikanat, F.; Senger, R.T.; Peeters, F.M.; Sahin, H.
Title Quantum-Transport Characteristics of a p-n Junction on Single-Layer TiS3 Type A1 Journal article
Year 2016 Publication ChemPhysChem : a European journal of chemical physics and physical chemistry Abbreviated Journal Chemphyschem
Volume 17 Issue 17 Pages 3985-3991
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract By using density functional theory and non-equilibrium Green's function-based methods, we investigated the electronic and transport properties of a TiS3 monolayer p-n junction. We constructed a lateral p-n junction on a TiS3 monolayer using Li and F adatoms. An applied bias voltage caused significant variability in the electronic and transport properties of the TiS3 p-n junction. In addition, the spin-dependent current-volt-age characteristics of the constructed TiS3 p-n junction were analyzed. Important device characteristics were found, such as negative differential resistance and rectifying diode behaviors for spin-polarized currents in the TiS3 p-n junction. These prominent conduction properties of the TiS3 p-n junction offer remarkable opportunities for the design of nanoelectronic devices based on a recently synthesized single-layered material.
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Publisher Place of Publication Weinheim Editor
Language Wos 000389534800018 Publication Date 2016-09-29
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ISSN 1439-4235 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.075 Times cited 12 Open Access
Notes ; This work was supported by the bilateral project between TUBITAK (through Grant No. 113T050) and the Flemish Science Foundation (FWO-Vl). The calculations were performed at TUBITAK ULAKBIM, High Performance and Grid Computing Center (TR-Grid e-Infrastructure). FI, HS, and RTS acknowledge the support from TUBITAK Project No 114F397. H.S. acknowledges support from Bilim Akademisi-The Science Academy, Turkey under the BAGEP program. ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.075
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:140245 Serial 4458
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Author Dabaghmanesh, S.; Saniz, R.; Neyts, E.; Partoens, B.
Title Sulfur-alloyed Cr2O3: a new p-type transparent conducting oxide host Type A1 Journal article
Year 2017 Publication RSC advances Abbreviated Journal Rsc Adv
Volume 7 Issue 7 Pages 4453-4459
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT); Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT)
Abstract Doped Cr2O3 has been shown to be a p-type transparent conducting oxide (TCO). Its conductivity, however, is low. As for most p-type TCOs, the main problem is the high effective hole mass due to flat valence bands. We use first-principles methods to investigate whether one can increase the valence band dispersion (i.e. reduce the hole mass) by anion alloying with sulfur, while keeping the band gap large enough for transparency. The alloying concentrations considered are given by Cr(4)SxO(6-x), with x = 1-5. To be able to describe the electronic properties of these materials accurately, we first study Cr2O3, examining critically the accuracy of different density functionals and methods, including PBE, PBE+U, HSE06, as well as perturbative approaches within the GW approximation. Our results demonstrate that Cr4S2O4 has an optical band gap of 3.08 eV and an effective hole mass of 1.8 m(e). This suggests Cr4S2O4 as a new p-type TCO host candidate.
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Language Wos 000393751300030 Publication Date 2017-01-16
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 2046-2069 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.108 Times cited 9 Open Access OpenAccess
Notes ; This work was supported by SIM vzw, Technologiepark 935, BE-9052 Zwijnaarde, Belgium, within the InterPoCo project of the H-INT-S horizontal program. The computational resources and services used in this work were provided by the Vlaams Supercomputer Centrum (VSC) and the HPC infrastructure of the University of Antwerp. ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.108
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:141543 Serial 4528
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Author Berdiyorov, G.R.; Peeters, F.M.
Title Influence of vacancy defects on the thermal stability of silicene: a reactive molecular dynamics study Type A1 Journal article
Year 2014 Publication RSC advances Abbreviated Journal Rsc Adv
Volume 4 Issue 3 Pages 1133-1137
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract The effect of vacancy defects on the structural properties and the thermal stability of free standing silicene – a buckled structure of hexagonally arranged silicon atoms – is studied using reactive molecular dynamics simulations. Pristine silicene is found to be stable up to 1500 K, above which the system transits to a three-dimensional amorphous configuration. Vacancy defects result in local structural changes in the system and considerably reduce the thermal stability of silicene: depending on the size of the vacancy defect, the critical temperature decreases by more than 30%. However, the system is still found to be stable well above room temperature within our simulation time of 500 ps. We found that the, stability of silicene can be increased by saturating the dangling bonds at the defect edges by foreign atoms (e.g., hydrogen).
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Language Wos 000327868400015 Publication Date 2013-11-06
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ISSN 2046-2069; ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.108 Times cited 62 Open Access
Notes ; This work was supported by the Flemish Science Foundation (FWO-Vl) and the Methusalem Foundation of the Flemish Government. The authors are grateful to Prof. Adri van Duin for his support with the ReaxFF force field. ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.108; 2014 IF: 3.840
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:112829 Serial 1658
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Author Ullah, S.; Hussain, A.; Syed, W.A.; Saqlain, M.A.; Ahmad, I.; Leenaerts, O.; Karim, A.
Title Band-gap tuning of graphene by Be doping and Be, B co-doping : a DFT study Type A1 Journal article
Year 2015 Publication RSC advances Abbreviated Journal Rsc Adv
Volume 5 Issue 5 Pages 55762-55773
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract First-principles density functional theory (DFT) calculations were carried out to investigate the structural and electronic properties of beryllium (Be) doped and Be and boron (B) co-doped graphene systems. We observed that not only the concentration of impurity atoms is important to tune the band-gap to some desired level, but also the specific substitution sites play a key role. In our system, which consists of 32 atoms, a maximum of 4Be and, in the co-doped state, 2Be and 3B atom substitutions are investigated. Both dopants are electron deficient relative to C atoms and cause the Fermi level to shift downward (p-type doping). A maximum band gap of 1.44 eV can be achieved on incorporation of 4Be atoms. The introduction of Be is more sensitive in terms of geometry and stability than B. However, in opening the energy gap, Be is more effective than B and N (nitrogen). Our results offer the possibility to modify the band-gap of graphene sufficiently for utilization in diverse electronic device applications.
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Language Wos 000357803200018 Publication Date 2015-06-17
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 2046-2069; ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.108 Times cited 33 Open Access
Notes ; ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.108; 2015 IF: 3.840
Call Number c:irua:127167 Serial 216
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Author Khalil-Allafi, J.; Amin-Ahmadi, B.
Title The effect of chemical composition on enthalpy and entropy changes of martensitic transformations in binary NiTi shape memory alloys Type P3 Proceeding
Year 2009 Publication Journal Of Alloys And Compounds Abbreviated Journal J Alloy Compd
Volume 487 Issue Pages 363-366
Keywords P3 Proceeding; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract In the present research work the binary NiTi alloys with various compositions in the range of 50.351 at.% Ni were used. Samples have been annealed at 850 °C for 15 min and then quenched in water. In order to characterize transformation temperatures and enthalpy changes of the forward and the reverse martensitic transformation, Differential Scanning Calorimetric (DSC) experiments were performed. The enthalpy and entropy changes as a function of Ni atomic content have been thermodynamically investigated. Results show that enthalpy and entropy changes of martensitic transformation decrease when Ni atomic content increases. The variation of enthalpy and entropy of martensitic transformation with Ni content in binary NiTi alloys were explained by thermodynamic parameters and electron concentration of alloy (e/a) respectively.
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Publisher Place of Publication Amsterdam Editor
Language Wos 000272521900073 Publication Date 2009-07-31
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title Proceedings of the 22nd International Conference on the Physics of Semiconductors
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0925-8388; ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.133 Times cited 30 Open Access
Notes Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.133; 2009 IF: 2.135
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:122040 Serial 804
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Author Bizindavyi, J.; Verhulst, A.S.; Smets, Q.; Verreck, D.; Sorée, B.; Groeseneken, G.
Title Band-Tails Tunneling Resolving the Theory-Experiment Discrepancy in Esaki Diodes Type A1 Journal article
Year 2018 Publication IEEE journal of the Electron Devices Society Abbreviated Journal Ieee J Electron Devi
Volume 6 Issue 1 Pages 633-641
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract Discrepancies exist between the theoretically predicted and experimentally measured performance of band-to-band tunneling devices, such as Esaki diodes and tunnel field-effect transistors (TFETs). We resolve this discrepancy for highly-doped, direct-bandgap Esaki diodes by successfully calibrating a semi-classical model for high-doping-induced ballistic band-tails tunneling currents at multiple temperatures with two In0.53Ga0.47As Esaki diodes using their SIMS doping profiles, C-V characteristics and their forward-bias current density in the negative differential resistance (NDR) regime. The current swing in the NDR regime is shown not to be linked to the band-tails Urbach energy. We further demonstrate theoretically that the calibrated band-tails contribution is also the dominant band-tails contribution to the subthreshold swing of the corresponding TFETs. Lastly, we verify that the presented procedure is applicable to all direct-bandgap semiconductors by successfully applying it to InAs Esaki diodes in literature.
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Publisher IEEE, Electron Devices Society Place of Publication New York, N.Y. Editor
Language Wos 000435505000013 Publication Date 2018-05-15
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 2168-6734 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.141 Times cited 5 Open Access
Notes ; J. Bizindavyi gratefully acknowledges FWO-Vlaanderen for a Strategic Basic Research PhD fellowship. ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.141
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:152097UA @ admin @ c:irua:152097 Serial 5014
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Author De Backer, L.; Vos, W.; Dieriks, B.; Daems, D.; Verhulst, S.; Vinchurkar, S.; Ides, K.; de Backer, J.; Germonpré, P.; de Backer, W.
Title The effects of long-term noninvasive ventilation in hypercapnic COPD patients : a randomized controlled pilot study Type A1 Journal article
Year 2011 Publication International journal of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Abbreviated Journal Int J Chronic Obstr
Volume 6 Issue Pages 615-624
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT); Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP)
Abstract Introduction: Noninvasive ventilation (NIV) is a well-established treatment for acute-on-chronic respiratory failure in hypercapnic COPD patients. Less is known about the effects of a long-term treatment with NIV in hypercapnic COPD patients and about the factors that may predict response in terms of improved oxygenation and lowered CO2 retention.Methods: In this study, we randomized 15 patients to a routine pharmacological treatment (n = 5, age 66 [standard deviation ± 6] years, FEV1 30.5 [±5.1] %pred, PaO2 65 [±6] mmHg, PaCO2 52.4 [±6.0] mmHg) or to a routine treatment and NIV (using the Synchrony BiPAP device [Respironics, Inc, Murrsville, PA]) (n = 10, age 65 [±7] years, FEV1 29.5 [±9.0] %pred, PaO2 59 [±13] mmHg, PaCO2 55.4 [±7.7] mmHg) for 6 months. We looked at arterial blood gasses, lung function parameters and performed a low-dose computed tomography of the thorax, which was later used for segmentation (providing lobe and airway volumes, iVlobe and iVaw) and post-processing with computer methods (providing airway resistance, iRaw) giving overall a functional image of the separate airways and lobes.Results: In both groups there was a nonsignificant change in FEV1 (NIV group 29.5 [9.0] to 38.5 [14.6] %pred, control group 30.5 [5.1] to 36.8 [8.7] mmHg). PaCO2 dropped significantly only in the NIV group (NIV: 55.4 [7.7] → 44.5 [4.70], P = 0.0076; control: 52.4 [6.0] → 47.6 [8.2], NS). Patients actively treated with NIV developed a more inhomogeneous redistribution of mass flow than control patients. Subsequent analysis indicated that in NIV-treated patients that improve their blood gases, mass flow was also redistributed towards areas with higher vessel density and less emphysema, indicating that flow was redistributed towards areas with better perfusion. There was a highly significant correlation between the % increase in mass flow towards lobes with a blood vessel density of >9% and the increase in PaO2. Improved ventilation–perfusion match and recruitment of previously occluded small airways can explain the improvement in blood gases.Conclusion: We can conclude that in hypercapnic COPD patients treated with long-term NIV over 6 months, a mass flow redistribution occurs, providing a better ventilation–perfusion match and hence better blood gases and lung function. Control patients improve homogeneously in iVaw and iRaw, without improvement in gas exchange since there is no improved ventilation/perfusion ratio or increased alveolar ventilation. These differences in response can be detected through functional imaging, which gives a more detailed report on regional lung volumes and resistances than classical lung function tests do. Possibly only patients with localized small airway disease are good candidates for long-term NIV treatment. To confirm this and to see if better arterial blood gases also lead to better health related quality of life and longer survival, we have to study a larger population.
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Language Wos 000208709800066 Publication Date 2011-11-18
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 1178-2005; ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.157 Times cited 28 Open Access
Notes ; ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.157; 2011 IF: NA
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:93164 Serial 866
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Author De Backer, L.A.; Vos, W.G.; Salgado, R.; de Backer, J.W.; Devolder, A.; Verhulst, S.L.; Claes, R.; Germonpré, P.R.; de Backer, W.A.
Title Functional imaging using computer methods to compare the effect of salbutamol and ipratropium bromide in patient-specific airway models of COPD Type A1 Journal article
Year 2011 Publication International journal of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Abbreviated Journal Int J Chronic Obstr
Volume 6 Issue Pages 637-646
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT); Vision lab; Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP)
Abstract Background: Salbutamol and ipratropium bromide improve lung function in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, their bronchodilating effect has not yet been compared in the central and distal airways. Functional imaging using computational fluid dynamics offers the possibility of making such a comparison. The objective of this study was to assess the effects of salbutamol and ipratropium bromide on the geometry and computational fluid dynamics-based resistance of the central and distal airways.Methods: Five patients with Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease Stage III COPD were randomized to a single dose of salbutamol or ipratropium bromide in a crossover manner with a 1-week interval between treatments. Patients underwent lung function testing and a multislice computed tomography scan of the thorax that was used for functional imaging. Two hours after dosing, the patients again underwent lung function tests and repeat computed tomography.Results: Lung function parameters, including forced expiratory volume in 1 second, vital capacity, overall airway resistance, and specific airway resistance, changed significantly after administration of each product. On functional imaging, the bronchodilating effect was greater in the distal airways, with a corresponding drop in airway resistance, compared with the central airways. Salbutamol and ipratropium bromide were equally effective at first glance when looking at lung function tests, but when viewed in more detail with functional imaging, hyporesponsiveness could be shown for salbutamol in one patient. Salbutamol was more effective in the other patients.Conclusion: This pilot study gives an innovative insight into the modes of action of salbutamol and ipratropium bromide in patients with COPD, using the new techniques of functional imaging and computational fluid dynamics.
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Language Wos 000208709800068 Publication Date 2011-11-28
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ISSN 1178-2005; ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.157 Times cited 25 Open Access
Notes ; ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.157; 2011 IF: NA
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:93165 Serial 1300
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Author de Backer, J.; Vos, W.; Van Holsbeke, C.; Vinchurkar, S.; Claes, R.; Parizel, P.M.; de Backer, W.
Title Effect of high-dose N-acetylcysteine on airway geometry, inflammation, and oxidative stress in COPD patients Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication International Journal Of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Abbreviated Journal Int J Chronic Obstr
Volume 8 Issue Pages 569-579
Keywords A1 Journal article; Biophysics and Biomedical Physics; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT); Antwerp Surgical Training, Anatomy and Research Centre (ASTARC); Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP)
Abstract Background: Previous studies have demonstrated the potential beneficial effect of N-acetylcysteine (NAC) in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, the required dose and responder phenotype remain unclear. The current study investigated the effect of high-dose NAC on airway geometry, inflammation, and oxidative stress in COPD patients. Novel functional respiratory imaging methods combining multislice computed tomography images and computer-based flow simulations were used with high sensitivity for detecting changes induced by the therapy. Methods: Twelve patients with Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease stage II COPD were randomized to receive NAC 1800 mg or placebo daily for 3 months and were then crossed over to the alternative treatment for a further 3 months. Results: Significant correlations were found between image-based resistance values and glutathione levels after treatment with NAC (P = 0.011) and glutathione peroxidase at baseline (P = 0.036). Image-based resistance values appeared to be a good predictor for glutathione peroxidase levels after NAC (P = 0.02), changes in glutathione peroxidase levels (P = 0.035), and reduction in lobar functional residual capacity levels (P = 0.00084). In the limited set of responders to NAC therapy, the changes in airway resistance were in the same order as changes induced by budesonide/formoterol. Conclusion: A combination of glutathione, glutathione peroxidase, and imaging parameters could potentially be used to phenotype COPD patients who would benefit from addition of NAC to their current therapy. The findings of this small pilot study need to be confirmed in a larger pivotal trial.
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Language Wos 000327537300001 Publication Date 2013-11-21
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ISSN 1178-2005; ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.157 Times cited 21 Open Access
Notes ; JDB is a founder/shareholder of FluidDA NV, Kontich, Belgium. WV, SV, and CVH are employed by FluidDA NV, and WDB is the director of FluidDA NV. PMP and RC have no conflicts of interest to report. The study was supported by Zambon SpA, Bresso, Italy. ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.157; 2013 IF: NA
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:112799 Serial 813
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Author Bizindavyi, J.; Verhulst, A.S.; Sorée, B.; Groeseneken, G.
Title Signature of ballistic band-tail tunneling current in tunnel FET Type A1 Journal article
Year 2020 Publication Ieee Transactions On Electron Devices Abbreviated Journal Ieee T Electron Dev
Volume 67 Issue 8 Pages 3486-3491
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract To improve the interpretation of the tunnel field-effect transistor (TFET) measurements, we theoretically identify the signatures of the ballistic band-tail (BT) tunneling (BTT) current in the transfer and output characteristics of the TFETs. In particular, we demonstrate that the temperature dependence of a BTT-dominated subthreshold swing (SS) is in agreement with the reported experimental results. We explain how the temperature dependence of the output characteristics can be used to distinguish between a current dominated by BTT and a current dominated by trap-assisted tunneling. Finally, we propose an expression that relates the energetic extension of the quasi-extended BT states in the bandgap to the onset voltage for tunneling.
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Language Wos 000552976100072 Publication Date 2020-07-03
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ISSN 0018-9383 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.1 Times cited Open Access
Notes ; This work was supported by imec's Industrial Affiliation Program. ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.1; 2020 IF: 2.605
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:171189 Serial 6601
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Author Verberck, B.
Title Symmetry-adapted rotator functions for molecules in cylindrical confinement Type A1 Journal article
Year 2011 Publication International journal of molecular sciences Abbreviated Journal Int J Mol Sci
Volume 12 Issue 1 Pages 317-333
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract We present a general description of the formalism of symmetry-adapted rotator functions (SARFs) for molecules in cylindrical confinement. Molecules are considered as clusters of interaction centers (ICs), can have any symmetry, and can display different types of ICs. Cylindrical confinement can be realized by encapsulation in a carbon nanotube (CNT). The potential energy of a molecule surrounded by a CNT can be calculated by evaluating a limited number of terms of an expansion into SARFs, which offers a significant reduction of the computation time. Optimal molecular orientations can be deduced from the resulting potential energy landscape. Examples, including the case of a molecule with cubic symmetry inside a CNT, are discussed.
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Language Wos 000286583400017 Publication Date 2011-01-13
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 1422-0067; ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.226 Times cited 1 Open Access
Notes ; ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.226; 2011 IF: NA
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:88048 Serial 3402
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Author Bafekry, A.; Faraji, M.; Ziabari, A.A.; Fadlallah, M.M.; Nguyen, C., V; Ghergherehchi, M.; Feghhi, S.A.H.
Title A van der Waals heterostructure of MoS₂/MoSi₂N₄ : a first-principles study Type A1 Journal article
Year 2021 Publication New Journal Of Chemistry Abbreviated Journal New J Chem
Volume 45 Issue 18 Pages 8291-8296
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract Motivated by the successful preparation of MoSi2N4 monolayers in the last year [Y.-L. Hong et al., Science, 2020, 369, 670-674], we investigate the structural, electronic and optical properties of the MoS2/MoSi2N4 heterostructure (HTS). The phonon dispersion and the binding energy calculations refer to the stability of the HTS. The heterostructure has an indirect bandgap of 1.26 (1.84) eV using PBE (HSE06) which is smaller than the corresponding value of MoSi2N4 and MoS2 monolayers. We find that the work function of the MoS2/MoSi2N4 HTS is smaller than the corresponding value of its individual monolayers. The heterostructure structure can enhance the absorption of light spectra not only in the ultraviolet region but also in the visible region as compared to MoSi2N4 and MoS2 monolayers. The refractive index behaviour of the HTS can be described as the cumulative effect which is well described in terms of a combination of the individual effects (the refractive index of MoSi2N4 and MoS2 monolayers).
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Language Wos 000642436200001 Publication Date 2021-03-10
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 1144-0546 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.269 Times cited Open Access OpenAccess
Notes Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.269
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:178300 Serial 6964
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Author Faraji, M.; Bafekry, A.; Gogova, D.; Hoat, D.M.; Ghergherehchi, M.; Chuong, N.V.; Feghhi, S.A.H.
Title Novel two-dimensional ZnO₂, CdO₂ and HgO₂ monolayers: a first-principles-based prediction Type A1 Journal article
Year 2021 Publication New Journal Of Chemistry Abbreviated Journal New J Chem
Volume 45 Issue Pages 9368-9374
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract In this paper, the existence of monolayers with the chemical formula XO2, where X = Zn, Cd, and Hg with hexagonal and tetragonal lattice structures is theoretically predicted by means of first principles calculations. Through cohesive energy calculation and phonon dispersion simulation, it has been proven that the two-dimensional XO2 monolayers proposed are energetically and dynamically stable suggesting their potential experimental realization. Our detailed study demonstrates that these novel newly predicted materials are half-metals and dilute magnetic semiconductors, and they exhibit magnetism in the ground state. The half-metallic character could find many applications in electronic and spintronic devices. Research into the magnetic properties revealed here can enrich theoretical knowledge in this area and provide more potential candidates for XO2 2D-based materials and van der Waals heterostructures.
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Language Wos 000645671700001 Publication Date 2021-04-16
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ISSN 1144-0546 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.269 Times cited Open Access OpenAccess
Notes Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.269
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:178245 Serial 7006
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Author Ferreira da Costa, L.; de Lucena, L.C.F.L.; de Lucena, A.E.F.L.; Grangeiro de Barros, A.
Title Use of Banana Fibers in SMA Mixtures Type A1 Journal article
Year 2020 Publication Journal Of Materials In Civil Engineering Abbreviated Journal J Mater Civil Eng
Volume 32 Issue 1 Pages 04019341
Keywords A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT); Energy and Materials in Infrastructure and Buildings (EMIB)
Abstract Asphalt binder draindown is a potential issue related to stone matrix asphalt (SMA) mixtures. One convenient approach for reducing binder drainage is the use of fibers as stabilizing additives. This study assesses the feasibility of incorporating fibers from banana plants into an SMA mixture as a proposed use for residues from banana cultivation. We found the fiber content capable of preventing draindown and subsequently evaluated the influence of fiber length on the mechanical properties of an SMA mixture. Samples were prepared in a Superpave gyratory compactor with four different fiber lengths (5, 10, 15, and 20 mm) at a fixed content (0.3% by weight) and then compared to samples without fibers. Indirect tensile strength, resilient and dynamic modulus, flow number, and fatigue life tests were conducted. Overall, fibers improved the mechanical properties analyzed. These enhancements were more pronounced for the samples with 15- and 20-mm fibers. Thus, a smaller number of longer fibers was more beneficial to the fiber reinforcement of mixtures than a larger number of shorter fibers.
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Language Wos 000497709300014 Publication Date 2019-11-13
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ISSN 0899-1561 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.2 Times cited Open Access
Notes Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.2; 2020 IF: 1.644
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:178728 Serial 8719
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Author Topalovic, D.B.; Arsoski, V.V.; Tadic, M.Z.; Peeters, F.M.
Title Asymmetric versus symmetric HgTe/CdxHg1-x Te double quantum wells: Bandgap tuning without electric field Type A1 Journal article
Year 2020 Publication Journal Of Applied Physics Abbreviated Journal J Appl Phys
Volume 128 Issue 6 Pages 064301-64308
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract We investigate the electron states in double asymmetric HgTe / Cd x Hg 1 – x Te quantum wells grown along the [ 001 ] direction. The subbands are computed by means of the envelope function approximation applied to the eight-band Kane k . mml:mspace width=“.1em”mml:mspace p model. The asymmetry of the confining potential of the double quantum wells results in a gap opening, which is absent in the symmetric system where it can only be induced by an applied electric field. The bandgap and the subbands are affected by spin-orbit coupling, which is a consequence of the asymmetry of the confining potential. The electron-like and hole-like states are mainly confined in different quantum wells, and the enhanced hybridization between them opens a spin-dependent hybridization gap at a finite in-plane wavevector. We show that both the ratio of the widths of the two quantum wells and the mole fraction of the C d x H g 1 – x Te barrier control both the energy gap between the hole-like states and the hybridization gap. The energy subbands are shown to exhibit inverted ordering, and therefore, a nontrivial topological phase could emerge in the system.
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Language Wos 000561339300001 Publication Date 2020-08-10
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ISSN 0021-8979; 1089-7550 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.2 Times cited 3 Open Access
Notes ; This research was funded by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development of the Republic of Serbia and the Flemish Science Foundation (FWO-Vl). ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.2; 2020 IF: 2.068
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:171146 Serial 6453
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Author Li, Q.N.; Xu, W.; Xiao, Y.M.; Ding, L.; Van Duppen, B.; Peeters, F.M.
Title Optical absorption window in Na₃Bi based three-dimensional Dirac electronic system Type A1 Journal article
Year 2020 Publication Journal Of Applied Physics Abbreviated Journal J Appl Phys
Volume 128 Issue 15 Pages 155707
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract We present a detailed theoretical study of the optoelectronic properties of a Na3Bi based three-dimensional Dirac electronic system (3DDES). The optical conductivity is evaluated using the energy-balance equation derived from a Boltzmann equation, where the electron Hamiltonian is taken from a simplified k . p approach. We find that for short-wavelength irradiation, the optical absorption in Na3Bi is mainly due to inter-band electronic transitions. In contrast to the universal optical conductance observed for graphene, the optical conductivity for Na3Bi based 3DDES depends on the radiation frequency but not on temperature, carrier density, and electronic relaxation time. In the radiation wavelength regime of about 5 mu m, < lambda < 200 mu m, an optical absorption window is found. This is similar to what is observed in graphene. The position and width of the absorption window depend on the direction of the light polarization and sensitively on temperature, carrier density, and electronic relaxation time. Particularly, we demonstrate that the inter-band optical absorption channel can be switched on and off by applying the gate voltage. This implies that similar to graphene, Na3Bi based 3DDES can also be applied in infrared electro-optical modulators. Our theoretical findings are helpful in gaining an in-depth understanding of the basic optoelectronic properties of recently discovered 3DDESs.
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Language Wos 000585807400004 Publication Date 2020-10-21
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ISSN 0021-8979; 1089-7550 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
Impact Factor 3.2 Times cited Open Access
Notes ; This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NNSFC Nos. U1930116, U1832153, 11764045, 11574319, and 11847054) and the Center of Science and Technology of Hefei Academy of Science (No. 2016FXZY002). Applied Basic Research Foundation of Department of Science and Technology of Yunnan Province (No. 2019FD134), the Department of Education of Yunnan Province (No. 2018JS010), the Young Backbone Teachers Training Program of Yunnan University, and the Department of Science and Technology of Yunnan Province are acknowledged. ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.2; 2020 IF: 2.068
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Author Chaves, A.; Moura, V.N.; Linard, F.J.A.; Covaci, L.; Milošević, M.V.
Title Tunable magnetic focusing using Andreev scattering in superconductor-graphene hybrid devices Type A1 Journal article
Year 2020 Publication Journal Of Applied Physics Abbreviated Journal J Appl Phys
Volume 128 Issue 12 Pages 124303
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract We perform the wavepacket dynamics simulation of a graphene-based device where propagating electron trajectories are tamed by an applied magnetic field toward a normal/superconductor interface. The magnetic field controls the incidence angle of the incoming electronic wavepacket at the interface, which results in the tunable electron-hole ratio in the reflected wave function due to the angular dependence of the Andreev reflection. Here, mapped control of the quasiparticle trajectories by the external magnetic field not only defines an experimental probe for fundamental studies of the Andreev reflection in graphene but also lays the foundation for further development of magnetic focusing devices based on nanoengineered superconducting two-dimensional materials.
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Language Wos 000576393200002 Publication Date 2020-09-28
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ISSN 0021-8979; 1089-7550 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.2 Times cited 1 Open Access Not_Open_Access
Notes ; This work was supported by the Brazilian Council for Research (CNPq) through the PRONEX/FUNCAP and PQ programs and by the Research Foundation-Flanders (FWO). ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.2; 2020 IF: 2.068
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:172730 Serial 6639
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Author Nakhaee, M.; Ketabi, S.A.; Peeters, F.M.
Title Machine learning approach to constructing tight binding models for solids with application to BiTeCl Type A1 Journal article
Year 2020 Publication Journal Of Applied Physics Abbreviated Journal J Appl Phys
Volume 128 Issue 21 Pages 215107
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract Finding a tight-binding (TB) model for a desired solid is always a challenge that is of great interest when, e.g., studying transport properties. A method is proposed to construct TB models for solids using machine learning (ML) techniques. The approach is based on the LCAO method in combination with Slater-Koster (SK) integrals, which are used to obtain optimal SK parameters. The lattice constant is used to generate training examples to construct a linear ML model. We successfully used this method to find a TB model for BiTeCl, where spin-orbit coupling plays an essential role in its topological behavior.
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Language Wos 000597311900001 Publication Date 2020-12-03
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ISSN 0021-8979; 1089-7550 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.2 Times cited 2 Open Access
Notes ; This work was supported by the Methusalem program of the Flemish government and was partially supported by BOF (UAntwerpen Grant Reference No. ADPERS/BAP/RS/ 2019). We would like to thank one of the anonymous referees for assisting us in making the paper more accessible to the reader. ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.2; 2020 IF: 2.068
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:174380 Serial 6691
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Author Duran, T.A.; Yayak, Y.O.; Aydin, H.; Peeters, F.M.; Yagmurcukardes, M.
Title A perspective on the state-of-the-art functionalized 2D materials Type A1 Journal article
Year 2023 Publication Journal of applied physics Abbreviated Journal
Volume 134 Issue 12 Pages 120901-120929
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract Two-dimensional (2D) ultra-thin materials are more crucial than their bulk counterparts for the covalent functionalization of their surface owing to atomic thinness, large surface-to-volume ratio, and high reactivity of surface atoms having unoccupied orbitals. Since the surface of a 2D material is composed of atoms having unoccupied orbitals, covalent functionalization enables one to improve or precisely modify the properties of the ultra-thin materials. Chemical functionalization of 2D materials not only modifies their intrinsic properties but also makes them adapted for nanotechnology applications. Such engineered materials have been used in many different applications with their improved properties. In the present Perspective, we begin with a brief history of functionalization followed by the introduction of functionalized 2D materials. Our Perspective is composed of the following sections: the applications areas of 2D graphene and graphene oxide crystals, transition metal dichalcogenides, and in-plane anisotropic black phosphorus, all of which have been widely used in different nanotechnology applications. Finally, our Perspectives on the future directions of applications of functionalized 2D materials are given. The present Perspective sheds light on the current progress in nanotechnological applications of engineered 2D materials through surface functionalization.
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Impact Factor 3.2 Times cited Open Access
Notes Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.2; 2023 IF: 2.068
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:201281 Serial 9000
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Author Liu, J.; Xu, W.; Xiao, Y.M.; Ding, L.; Li, H.W.; Peeters, F.M.
Title Optical spectrum of n-type and p-type monolayer MoS₂ in the presence of proximity-induced interactions Type A1 Journal article
Year 2023 Publication Journal of applied physics Abbreviated Journal
Volume 134 Issue 22 Pages 224301-224307
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract In this paper, we examined the effects of proximity-induced interactions such as Rashba spin-orbit coupling and effective Zeeman fields (EZFs) on the optical spectrum of n-type and p-type monolayer (ML)-MoS2. The optical conductivity is evaluated using the standard Kubo formula under random-phase approximation by including the effective electron-electron interaction. It has been found that there exist two absorption peaks in n-type ML-MoS2 and two knife shaped absorptions in p-type ML-MoS2, which are contributed by the inter-subband spin-flip electronic transitions within conduction and valence bands at valleys K and K ' with a lifted valley degeneracy. The optical absorptions in n-type and p-type ML-MoS 2 occur in THz and infrared radiation regimes and the position, height, and shape of them can be effectively tuned by Rashba parameter, EZF parameters, and carrier density. The interesting theoretical predictions in this study would be helpful for the experimental observation of the optical absorption in infrared to THz bandwidths contributed by inter-subband spin-flip electronic transitions in a lifted valley degeneracy monolayer transition metal dichalcogenides system. The obtained results indicate that ML-MoS2 with the platform of proximity interactions make it a promising infrared and THz material for optics and optoelectronics.
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Language Wos 001135684400003 Publication Date 2023-12-11
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ISSN 0021-8979; 1089-7550 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
Impact Factor 3.2 Times cited Open Access
Notes Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.2; 2023 IF: 2.068
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:202777 Serial 9069
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Author Sargin, G.O.; Sarikurt, S.; Sevincli, H.; Sevik, C.
Title The peculiar potential of transition metal dichalcogenides for thermoelectric applications : a perspective on future computational research Type A1 Journal article
Year 2023 Publication Journal of applied physics Abbreviated Journal
Volume 133 Issue 15 Pages 150902-150937
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract The peculiar potential transition metal dichalcogenides in regard to sensor and device applications have been exhibited by both experimental and theoretical studies. The use of these materials, thermodynamically stable even at elevated temperatures, particularly in nano- and optoelectronic technology, is about to come true. On the other hand, the distinct electronic and thermal transport properties possessing unique coherency, which may result in higher thermoelectric efficiency, have also been reported. However, exploiting this potential in terms of power generation and cooling applications requires a deeper understanding of these materials in this regard. This perspective study, concentrated with this intention, summarizes thermoelectric research based on transition metal dichalcogenides from a broad perspective and also provides a general evaluation of future theoretical investigations inevitable to shed more light on the physics of electronic and thermal transport in these materials and to lead future experimental research.
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Language Wos 001079329000001 Publication Date 2023-04-27
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ISSN 0021-8979; 1089-7550 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.2 Times cited Open Access
Notes Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.2; 2023 IF: 2.068
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:200351 Serial 9105
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Author Berdiyorov, G.R.; Peeters, F.M.; Hamoudi, H.
Title Effect of edge groups on the electronic transport properties of tetrapodal diazatriptycene molecule Type A1 Journal article
Year 2022 Publication Physica. E: Low-dimensional systems and nanostructures Abbreviated Journal Physica E
Volume 141 Issue Pages 115212-115216
Keywords A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract We conduct ballistic transport calculations to study the electronic transport properties of diazatriptycene molecule which can be self-assembled on metallic surfaces with uniform coverage and upright orientation of the functional head group. Due to its structural asymmetry, the molecule shows a clear current rectification, where the level of the rectification depends on the nature of the head group. For example, current rectification can be increased by more than a factor of 2 by anchoring the molecules to the electrode by CN functional group or introducing insulating CH2 group between the thiol end group and the adjacent phenyl ring. Our findings show the possibility of creating self-assembled monolayer of DAT molecules with controlled electronic transport properties through functionalization of the head group.
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Language Wos 000806548600006 Publication Date 2022-03-04
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ISSN 1386-9477 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.3 Times cited 1 Open Access Not_Open_Access
Notes Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.3
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:189041 Serial 7147
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Author Berdiyorov, G.R.; Peeters, F.M.; Hamoudi, H.
Title Effect of halogenation on the electronic transport properties of aromatic and alkanethiolate molecules Type A1 Journal article
Year 2022 Publication Physica. E: Low-dimensional systems and nanostructures Abbreviated Journal Physica E
Volume 144 Issue Pages 115428-6
Keywords A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract Quantum transport calculations are conducted using nonequilibrium Green's functional formalism to study the effect of halogenation on the electronic transport properties of aromatic S-(C6H5)(2)X and alkanethiolate S-(CH2)(11)X molecules (with X = H, F, Cl, Br, or I) sandwiched between gold electrodes. In terms of conductance, both molecules show the same dependence on the halogen terminal groups despite their different electronic nature. For example, fluorination results in a reduction of the current by almost an order of magnitude, whereas iodine substitution leads to larger current as compared to the reference system (i.e. hydrogen termination). Regarding the asymmetry in the current-voltage characteristics, halogenation reduces the rectification level for the aromatic molecule with the smallest asymmetry for iodine termination. However, in the case of alkanethiolate molecule, halogen substitution increases the current rectification except for fluorination. A physical explanation of these results is obtained from the analysis of the behavior of the density of states, transmission spectra and transmission eigenstates. These findings are of practical importance in exploring the potential of halogenation for creating functional molecular self-assemblies on metallic substrates.
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Language Wos 000857051700007 Publication Date 2022-07-20
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ISSN 1386-9477 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.3 Times cited 1 Open Access Not_Open_Access
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:191500 Serial 7148
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Author Demirkol, Ö.; Sevik, C.; Demiroğlu, I.
Title First principles assessment of the phase stability and transition mechanisms of designated crystal structures of pristine and Janus transition metal dichalcogenides Type A1 Journal article
Year 2022 Publication Physical chemistry, chemical physics Abbreviated Journal Phys Chem Chem Phys
Volume 24 Issue 12 Pages 7430-7441
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract Two-dimensional Transition Metal Dichalcogenides (TMDs) possessing extraordinary physical properties at reduced dimensionality have attracted interest due to their promise in electronic and optical device applications. However, TMD monolayers can show a broad range of different properties depending on their crystal phase; for example, H phases are usually semiconductors, while the T phases are metallic. Thus, controlling phase transitions has become critical for device applications. In this study, the energetically low-lying crystal structures of pristine and Janus TMDs are investigated by using ab initio Nudged Elastic Band and molecular dynamics simulations to provide a general explanation for their phase stability and transition properties. Across all materials investigated, the T phase is found to be the least stable and the H phase is the most stable except for WTe2, while the T' and T '' phases change places according to the TMD material. The transition energy barriers are found to be large enough to hint that even the higher energy phases are unlikely to undergo a phase transition to a more stable phase if they can be achieved except for the least stable T phase, which has zero barrier towards the T ' phase. Indeed, in molecular dynamics simulations the thermodynamically least stable T phase transformed into the T ' phase spontaneously while in general no other phase transition was observed up to 2100 K for the other three phases. Thus, the examined T ', T '' and H phases were shown to be mostly stable and do not readily transform into another phase. Furthermore, so-called mixed phase calculations considered in our study explain the experimentally observed lateral hybrid structures and point out that the coexistence of different phases is strongly stable against phase transitions. Indeed, stable complex structures such as metal-semiconductor-metal architectures, which have immense potential to be used in future device applications, are also possible based on our investigation.
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Language Wos 000766791000001 Publication Date 2022-02-23
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ISSN 1463-9076; 1463-9084 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.3 Times cited Open Access OpenAccess
Notes Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.3
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:187184 Serial 7164
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Author Bellizotti Souza, J.C.; Vizarim, N.P.; Reichhardt, C.J.O.; Reichhardt, C.; Venegas, P.A.
Title Clogging, diode and collective effects of skyrmions in funnel geometries Type A1 Journal article
Year 2022 Publication New journal of physics Abbreviated Journal New J Phys
Volume 24 Issue 10 Pages 103030-14
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract Using a particle-based model, we examine the collective dynamics of skyrmions interacting with a funnel potential under dc driving as the skyrmion density and relative strength of the Magnus and damping terms are varied. For driving in the easy direction, we find that increasing the skyrmion density reduces the average skyrmion velocity due to jamming of skyrmions near the funnel opening, while the Magnus force causes skyrmions to accumulate on one side of the funnel array. For driving in the hard direction, there is a critical skyrmion density below which the skyrmions become trapped. Above this critical value, a clogging effect appears with multiple depinning and repinning states where the skyrmions can rearrange into different clogged configurations, while at higher drives, the velocity-force curves become continuous. When skyrmions pile up near the funnel opening, the effective size of the opening is reduced and the passage of other skyrmions is blocked by the repulsive skyrmion-skyrmion interactions. We observe a strong diode effect in which the critical depinning force is higher and the velocity response is smaller for hard direction driving. As the ratio of Magnus force to dissipative term is varied, the skyrmion velocity varies in a non-linear and non-monotonic way due to the pile up of skyrmions on one side of the funnels. At high Magnus forces, the clogging effect for hard direction driving is diminished.
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Language Wos 000873333400001 Publication Date 2022-10-04
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ISSN 1367-2630 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.3 Times cited Open Access OpenAccess
Notes Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.3
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:192178 Serial 7287
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Author Yorulmaz, U.; Šabani, D.; Yagmurcukardes, M.; Sevik, C.; Milošević, M.V.
Title High-throughput analysis of tetragonal transition metal Xenes Type A1 Journal article
Year 2022 Publication Physical chemistry, chemical physics Abbreviated Journal Phys Chem Chem Phys
Volume 24 Issue 48 Pages 29406-29412
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract We report a high-throughput first-principles characterization of the structural, mechanical, electronic, and vibrational properties of tetragonal single-layer transition metal Xenes (t-TMXs). Our calculations revealed 22 dynamically, mechanically and chemically stable structures among the 96 possible free-standing layers present in the t-TMX family. As a fingerprint for their structural identification, we identified four characteristic Raman active phonon modes, namely three in-plane and one out-of-plane optical branches, with various intensities and frequencies depending on the material in question. Spin-polarized electronic calculations demonstrated that anti-ferromagnetic (AFM) metals, ferromagnetic (FM) metals, AFM semiconductors, and non-magnetic semiconductor materials exist within this family, evidencing the potential of t-TMXs for further use in multifunctional heterostructures.
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Language Wos 000892446100001 Publication Date 2022-11-30
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ISSN 1463-9076; 1463-9084 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.3 Times cited 1 Open Access Not_Open_Access
Notes Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.3
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:192762 Serial 7310
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Author Dong, H.M.; Xu, W.; Peeters, F.M.
Title Electrical generation of terahertz blackbody radiation from graphene Type A1 Journal article
Year 2018 Publication Optics express Abbreviated Journal Opt Express
Volume 26 Issue 19 Pages 24621-24626
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract Recent experimental work on the application of graphene for novel illumination motivated us to present a theoretical study of the blackbody radiation emission from a freely suspended graphene driven by a dc electric field. Strong terahertz (THz) emission, with intensity up to mW/cm(2), can be generated with increasing electric field strength due to the heating of electrons in graphene. We show that the intensity of the THz emission generated electrically from graphene depends rather sensitively on the lattice temperature in relatively weak electric fields, whereas it is less sensitive to the lattice temperature in relative strong electric fields. Our study highlights the practical application of graphene as intense THz source where the radiation is generated electrically. (C) 2018 Optical Society of America under the terms of the OSA Open Access Publishing Agreement
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Language Wos 000444705000026 Publication Date 2018-09-05
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ISSN 1094-4087 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.307 Times cited 14 Open Access
Notes ; National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) (11604380, 11574319); Center of Science and Technology of Hefei Academy of Science (2016FXZY002); Department of Science and Technology of Yunnan Province (2016FC001). ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.307
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:153632UA @ admin @ c:irua:153632 Serial 5095
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Author Khaydarov, R.T.; Beisinbaeva, H.B.; Sabitov, M.M.; Kalal, M.; Berdiyorov, G.R.
Title Conditions defining the mechanisms of the formation of light gas ions in multicomponent laser-produced plasmas Type A1 Journal article
Year 2010 Publication Nuclear fusion Abbreviated Journal Nucl Fusion
Volume 50 Issue 10 Pages 105007,1-105007,4
Keywords A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Abstract Using the mass-spectrometric method we study the charge, energy and spatial characteristics of ions in multicomponent plasma, generated under the action of Nd : YAG laser radiation on the surface of solid targets. We focus on the effect of the entry form of light gas atoms on the parameters of ions in such laser-produced plasmas. We found that the presence of light gas atoms considerably affects the parameters (e.g. the intensity and the charge multiplicity) of the heavier ions.
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Language Wos 000281859300008 Publication Date 2010-08-21
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ISSN 0029-5515;1741-4326; ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.307 Times cited 1 Open Access
Notes ; ; Approved (up) Most recent IF: 3.307; 2010 IF: 3.303
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:84876 Serial 476
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