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Author Ahmadkhani, S.; Alihosseini, M.; Ghasemi, S.; Ahmadabadi, I.; Hassani, N.; Peeters, F.M.; Neek-Amal, M.
  Title Multiband flattening and linear Dirac band structure in graphene with impurities Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication Physical review B Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 107 Issue 7 Pages 075401-75408
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract Flat bands in the energy spectrum have attracted a lot of attention in recent years because of their unique properties and promising applications. Special arrangement of impurities on monolayer graphene are proposed to generate multiflat bands in the electronic band structure. In addition to the single midgap states in the spectrum of graphene with low hydrogen density, we found closely spaced bands around the Fermi level with increasing impurity density, which are similar to discrete lines in the spectrum of quantum dots, as well as the unusual Landau-level energy spectrum of graphene in the presence of a strong magnetic field. The presence of flat bands crucially depends on whether or not there are odd or even electrons of H(F) atoms bound to graphene. Interestingly, we found that a fully hydrogenated (fluoridated) of a hexagon of graphene sheet with six hydrogen (fluorine) atoms sitting on top and bottom in consecutive order exhibits Dirac cones in the electronic band structure with a 20% smaller Fermi velocity as compared to the pristine graphene. Functionalizing graphene introduces various C-C bond lengths resulting in nonuniform strains. Such a nonuniform strain may induce a giant pseudomagnetic field in the system, resulting in quantum Hall effect.
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  Language Wos 000994364500006 Publication Date 2023-02-02
  Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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  ISSN 2469-9969; 2469-9950 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 3.7 Times cited 1 Open Access OpenAccess
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.7; 2023 IF: 3.836
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:197431 Serial 8822
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Author Li, L.L.; Gillen, R.; Palummo, M.; Milošević, M.V.; Peeters, F.M.
  Title Strain tunable interlayer and intralayer excitons in vertically stacked MoSe₂/WSe₂ heterobilayers Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication Applied physics letters Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 123 Issue 3 Pages 033102-33106
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract Recently, interlayer and intralayer excitons in transition metal dichalcogenide heterobilayers have been studied both experimentally and theoretically. In spite of a growing interest, these layer-resolved excitons in the presence of external stimuli, such as strain, remain not fully understood. Here, using density-functional theory calculations with many-body effects, we explore the excitonic properties of vertically stacked MoSe2/WSe2 heterobilayer in the presence of in-plane biaxial strain of up to 5%. We calculate the strain dependence of exciton absorption spectrum, oscillator strength, wave function, and binding energy by solving the Bethe-Salpeter equation on top of the standard GW approach. We identify the interlayer and intralayer excitons by analyzing their electron-hole weights and spatial wave functions. We show that with the increase in strain magnitude, the absorption spectrum of the interlayer and intralayer excitons is red-shifted and re-ordered, and the binding energies of these layer-resolved excitons decrease monotonically and almost linearly. We derive the sensitivity of exciton binding energy to the applied strain and find that the intralayer excitons are more sensitive to strain than the interlayer excitons. For instance, a sensitivity of -7.9 meV/% is derived for the intra-MoSe2-layer excitons, which is followed by -7.4 meV/% for the intra-WSe2-layer excitons, and by -4.2 meV/% for the interlayer excitons. Our results indicate that interlayer and intralayer excitons in vertically stacked MoSe2/WSe2 heterobilayer are efficiently tunable by in-plane biaxial strain.
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  Language Wos 001033604700003 Publication Date 2023-07-20
  Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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  ISSN 0003-6951; 1077-3118 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
  Impact Factor 4 Times cited 2 Open Access OpenAccess
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 4; 2023 IF: 3.411
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:198382 Serial 8823
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Author Tang, C.S.; Zeng, S.; Wu, J.; Chen, S.; Naradipa, M.A.; Song, D.; Milošević, M.V.; Yang, P.; Diao, C.; Zhou, J.; Pennycook, S.J.; Breese, M.B.H.; Cai, C.; Venkatesan, T.; Ariando, A.; Yang, M.; Wee, A.T.S.; Yin, X.
  Title Detection of two-dimensional small polarons at oxide interfaces by optical spectroscopy Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication Applied physics reviews Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 10 Issue 3 Pages 031406-31409
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract Two-dimensional (2D) perovskite oxide interfaces are ideal systems to uncover diverse emergent properties, such as the arising polaronic properties from short-range charge-lattice interactions. Thus, a technique to detect this quasiparticle phenomenon at the buried interface is highly coveted. Here, we report the observation of 2D small-polarons at the LaAlO3/SrTiO3 conducting interface using high-resolution spectroscopic ellipsometry. First-principles investigations show that interfacial electron-lattice coupling mediated by the longitudinal phonon mode facilitates the formation of these polarons. This study resolves the long-standing question by attributing the formation of interfacial 2D small polarons to the significant mismatch between experimentally measured interfacial carrier density and theoretical values. Our study sheds light on the complexity of broken periodic lattice-induced quasi-particle effects and its relationship with exotic phenomena at complex oxide interfaces. Meanwhile, this work establishes spectroscopic ellipsometry as a useful technique to detect and locate optical evidence of polaronic states and other emerging quantum properties at the buried interface.
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  Language Wos 001038283300001 Publication Date 2023-09-06
  Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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  ISSN 1931-9401 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
  Impact Factor 15 Times cited Open Access OpenAccess
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 15; 2023 IF: 13.667
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:198433 Serial 8847
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Author Craco, L.; Carara, S.S.; Barboza, E. da S.; Milošević, M.V.; Pereira, T.A.S.
  Title Electronic and valleytronic properties of crystalline boron-arsenide tuned by strain and disorder Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication RSC advances Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 13 Issue 26 Pages 17907-17913
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract Ab initio density functional theory (DFT) and DFT plus coherent potential approximation (DFT + CPA) are employed to reveal, respectively, the effect of in-plane strain and site-diagonal disorder on the electronic structure of cubic boron arsenide (BAs). It is demonstrated that tensile strain and static diagonal disorder both reduce the semiconducting one-particle band gap of BAs, and a V-shaped p-band electronic state emerges – enabling advanced valleytronics based on strained and disordered semiconducting bulk crystals. At biaxial tensile strains close to 15% the valence band lineshape relevant for optoelectronics is shown to coincide with one reported for GaAs at low energies. The role played by static disorder on the As sites is to promote p-type conductivity in the unstrained BAs bulk crystal, consistent with experimental observations. These findings illuminate the intricate and interdependent changes in crystal structure and lattice disorder on the electronic degrees of freedom of semiconductors and semimetals.
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  Language Wos 001008414700001 Publication Date 2023-06-13
  Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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  ISSN 2046-2069 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 3.9 Times cited Open Access OpenAccess
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.9; 2023 IF: 3.108
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:197317 Serial 8861
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Author Bekaert, J.; Bringmans, L.; Milošević, M.V.
  Title Ginzburg-Landau surface energy of multiband superconductors : derivation and application to selected systems Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication Journal of physics : condensed matter Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 35 Issue 32 Pages 325602-325610
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract We determine the energy of an interface between a multiband superconducting and a normal half-space, in presence of an applied magnetic field, based on a multiband Ginzburg-Landau (GL) approach. We obtain that the multiband surface energy is fully determined by the critical temperature, electronic densities of states, and superconducting gap functions associated with the different band condensates. This furthermore yields an expression for the thermodynamic critical magnetic field, in presence of an arbitrary number of contributing bands. Subsequently, we investigate the sign of the surface energy as a function of material parameters, through numerical solution of the GL equations. Here, we consider two distinct cases: (i) standard multiband superconductors with attractive interactions, and (ii) a three-band superconductor with a chiral ground state with phase frustration, arising from repulsive interband interactions. Furthermore, we apply this approach to several prime examples of multiband superconductors, such as metallic hydrogen and MgB2, based on microscopic parameters obtained from first-principles calculations.
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  Language Wos 000986281900001 Publication Date 2023-05-03
  Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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  ISSN 0953-8984 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 2.7 Times cited Open Access OpenAccess
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 2.7; 2023 IF: 2.649
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:196664 Serial 8875
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Author Foltyn, M.; Norowski, K.; Wyszynski, M.J.; De Arruda, A.S.; Milošević, M.V.; Zgirski, M.
  Title Probing confined vortices with a superconducting nanobridge Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication Physical review applied Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 19 Issue 4 Pages 044073-12
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract We realize a superconducting nanodevice in which vortex traps in the form of an aluminum square are integrated with a Dayem nanobridge. We perform field cooling of the traps arriving to different vortex configurations, dependent on the applied magnetic field, to demonstrate that the switching current of the bridge is highly sensitive to the presence and location of vortices in the trap. Our measurements exhibit unprecedented precision and ability to detect the first and successive vortex entries into all fabricated traps, from few hundred nm to 2 mu m in size. The experimental results are corroborated by Ginzburg-Landau simulations, which reveal the subtle yet crucial changes in the density of the superconducting condensate in the vicinity of the bridge with every additional vortex entry and relocation inside the trap. An ease of integration and simplicity make our design a convenient platform for studying dynamics of vortices in strongly confining geometries, involving a promise to manipulate vortex states electronically with simultaneous in situ control and monitoring.
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  Language Wos 000980861100007 Publication Date 2023-04-24
  Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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  ISSN 2331-7019 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 4.6 Times cited Open Access Not_Open_Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 4.6; 2023 IF: 4.808
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:197356 Serial 8918
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Author Blundo, E.; Faria, P.E., Jr.; Surrente, A.; Pettinari, G.; Prosnikov, M.A.; Olkowska-Pucko, K.; Zollner, K.; Wozniak, T.; Chaves, A.; Kazimierczuk, T.; Felici, M.; Babinski, A.; Molas, M.R.; Christianen, P.C.M.; Fabian, J.; Polimeni, A.
  Title Strain-Induced Exciton Hybridization in WS2 Monolayers Unveiled by Zeeman-Splitting Measurements Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2022 Publication Physical review letters Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 129 Issue 6 Pages 067402
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract Mechanical deformations and ensuing strain are routinely exploited to tune the band gap energy and to enhance the functionalities of two-dimensional crystals. In this Letter, we show that strain leads also to a strong modification of the exciton magnetic moment in WS2 monolayers. Zeeman-splitting measurements under magnetic fields up to 28.5 T were performed on single, one-layer-thick WS2 microbubbles. The strain of the bubbles causes a hybridization of k-space direct and indirect excitons resulting in a sizable decrease in the modulus of they factor of the ground-state exciton. These findings indicate that strain may have major effects on the way the valley number of excitons can be used to process binary information in two-dimensional crystals.
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  Language Wos 000842367600007 Publication Date 2022-08-04
  Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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  ISSN 0031-9007; 1079-7114 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
  Impact Factor Times cited Open Access OpenAccess
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  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:198538 Serial 8936
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Author Soenen, M.; Milošević, M.V.
  Title Tunable magnon topology in monolayer CrI₃ under external stimuli Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication Physical review materials Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 7 Issue 8 Pages 084402-84409
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract Two-dimensional (2D) honeycomb ferromagnets, such as monolayer chromium trihalides, are predicted to behave as topological magnon insulators, characterized by an insulating bulk and topologically protected edge states, giving rise to a thermal magnon Hall effect. Here we report the behavior of the topological magnons in monolayer CrI3 under external stimuli, including biaxial and uniaxial strain, electric gating, as well as in-plane and out-of-plane magnetic field, revealing that one can thereby tailor the magnetic states as well as the size and the topology of the magnonic bandgap. These findings broaden the perspective of using 2D magnetic materials to design topological magnonic devices.
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  Language Wos 001052941600003 Publication Date 2023-08-08
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  ISSN 2475-9953 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 3.4 Times cited Open Access OpenAccess
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.4; 2023 IF: NA
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:199201 Serial 8947
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Author Wang, S.; Tian, H.; Sun, M.
  Title Valley-polarized and enhanced transmission in graphene with a smooth strain profile Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication Journal of physics : condensed matter Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 35 Issue 30 Pages 304002-304013
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract We explore the influence of strain on the valley-polarized transmission of graphene by employing the wave-function matching and the non-equilibrium Green's function technique. When the transmission is along the armchair direction, we show that the valley polarization and transmission can be improved by increasing the width of the strained region and increasing (decreasing) the extensional strain in the armchair (zigzag) direction. It is noted that the shear strain does not affect transmission and valley polarization. Furthermore, when we consider the smooth strain barrier, the valley-polarized transmission can be enhanced by increasing the smoothness of the strain barrier. We hope that our finding can shed new light on constructing graphene-based valleytronic and quantum computing devices by solely employing strain.
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  Language Wos 000977124700001 Publication Date 2023-04-11
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  ISSN 0953-8984 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
  Impact Factor 2.7 Times cited Open Access Not_Open_Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 2.7; 2023 IF: 2.649
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:196718 Serial 8953
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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 (down) 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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  ISSN 0021-8979; 1089-7550 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 3.2 Times cited Open Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.2; 2023 IF: 2.068
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:201281 Serial 9000
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Author Hassani, N.; Yagmurcukardes, M.; Peeters, F.M.; Neek-Amal, M.
  Title Chlorinated phosphorene for energy application Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2024 Publication Computational materials science Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 231 Issue Pages 112625-112628
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract The influence of decoration with impurities and the composition dependent band gap in 2D materials has been the subject of debate for a long time. Here, by using Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations, we systematically disclose physical properties of chlorinated phosphorene having the stoichiometry of PmCln. By analyzing the adsorption energy, charge density, migration energy barrier, structural, vibrational, and electronic properties of chlorinated phosphorene, we found that (I) the Cl-P bonds are strong with binding energy Eb =-1.61 eV, decreases with increasing n. (II) Cl atoms on phosphorene have anionic feature, (III) the migration path of Cl on phosphorene is anisotropic with an energy barrier of 0.38 eV, (IV) the phonon band dispersion reveal that chlorinated phosphorenes are stable when r <= 0.25 where r = m/n, (V) chlorinated phosphorenes is found to be a photonic crystal in the frequency range of 280 cm-1 to 325 cm-1, (VI) electronic band structure of chlorinated phosphorenes exhibits quasi-flat bands emerging around the Fermi level with widths in the range of 22 meV to 580 meV, and (VII) Cl adsorption causes a semiconducting to metallic/semi-metallic transition which makes it suitable for application as an electroactive material. To elucidate this application, we investigated the change in binding energy (Eb), specific capacity, and open-circuit voltage as a function of the density of adsorbed Cl. The theoretical storage capacity of the chlorinated phosphorene is found to be 168.19 mA h g-1with a large average voltage (similar to 2.08 V) which is ideal number as a cathode in chloride-ion batteries.
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  Language Wos 001110003400001 Publication Date 2023-11-04
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  ISSN 0927-0256 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
  Impact Factor 3.3 Times cited 2 Open Access Not_Open_Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.3; 2024 IF: 2.292
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:202125 Serial 9008
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Author Luo, Y.; He, Y.; Ding, Y.; Zuo, L.; Zhong, C.; Ma, Y.; Sun, M.
  Title Defective biphenylene as high-efficiency hydrogen evolution catalysts Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication Inorganic chemistry Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 63 Issue 2 Pages 1136-1141
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract Electrocatalysts play a pivotal role in advancing the application of water splitting for hydrogen production. This research unveils the potential of defective biphenylenes as high-efficiency catalysts for the hydrogen evolution reaction. Using first-principles simulations, we systematically investigated the structure, stability, and catalytic performance of defective biphenylenes. Our findings unveil that defect engineering significantly enhances the electrocatalytic activity for hydrogen evolution. Specifically, biphenylene with a double-vacancy defect exhibits an outstanding Gibbs free energy of -0.08 eV, surpassing that of Pt, accompanied by a remarkable exchange current density of -3.08 A cm(-2), also surpassing that of Pt. Furthermore, we find the preference for the Volmer-Heyrovsky mechanism in the hydrogen evolution reaction, with a low energy barrier of 0.80 eV. This research provides a promising avenue for developing novel metal-free electrocatalysts for water splitting with earth-abundant carbon elements, making a significant step toward sustainable hydrogen production.
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  Language Wos 001143581300001 Publication Date 2023-12-31
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  ISSN 0020-1669 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 4.6 Times cited Open Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 4.6; 2023 IF: 4.857
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:202780 Serial 9018
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Author Duran, T.A.; Šabani, D.; Milošević, M.V.; Sahin, H.
  Title Experimental and theoretical investigation of synthesis and properties of dodecanethiol-functionalized MoS₂ Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication Physical chemistry, chemical physics Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 25 Issue 40 Pages 27141-27150
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract Herein, we investigate the DDT (1-dodecanethiol) functionalization of exfoliated MoS2 by using experimental and theoretical tools. For the functionalization of MoS2, DDT treatment was incorporated into the conventional NMP (N-methyl pyrrolidone) exfoliation procedure. Afterward, it has been demonstrated that the functionalization process is successful through optical, morphological and theoretical analysis. The D, G and 2LA peaks seen in the Raman spectrum of exfoliated NMP-MoS2 particles, indicate the formation of graphitic species on MoS2 sheets. In addition, as the DDT ratio increases, the vacant sites on MoS2 sheets diminish. Moreover, at an optimized ratio of DDT-NMP, the maximum number of graphitic quantum dots (GQDs) is observed on MoS2 nanosheets. Specifically, the STEM and AFM data confirm that GQDs reside on the MoS2 nano-sheets and also that the particle size of the DDT-MoS2 is mostly fixed, while the NMP-MoS2 show many smaller and distributed sizes. The comparison of PL intensities of the NMP-MoS2 and DDT-MoS2 samples states a 10-fold increment is visible, and a 60-fold increment in NIR region photoluminescent properties. Moreover, our results lay out understanding and perceptions on the surface and edge chemistry of exfoliated MoS2 and open up more opportunities for MoS2 and GQD particles with broader applications.
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  Language Wos 001076998800001 Publication Date 2023-09-29
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  ISSN 1463-9076; 1463-9084 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 3.3 Times cited Open Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.3; 2023 IF: 4.123
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:200284 Serial 9033
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Author Zhou, S.; Xu, W.; Xiao, Y.; Xiao, H.; Zhang, J.; Wang, Z.; He, G.; Liu, J.; Li, Y.; Peeters, F.M.
  Title Influence of neutron irradiation on X-ray diffraction, Raman spectrum and photoluminescence from pyrolytic and hot-pressed hexagonal boron nitride Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication Journal of luminescence Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 263 Issue Pages 120118-8
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  Abstract Hexagonal boron nitride (hBN) is considered as an ideal semiconductor material for solid-state neutron detector, owing to its large neutron scattering section because of the low atomic number of B and excellent physical properties. Here we study the influence of neutron irradiation on crystal structure and on intermediate energy state (IMES) levels induced by the presence of impurities and defects in hBN. Large-size and thick pyrolytic and hot-pressed hBN (PBN and HBN) samples, which can be directly applied for neutron detector devices, are prepared and bombarded by neutrons with different irradiation fluences. The SEM and TEM are used to observe the sample difference of PBN and HBN. X-ray diffraction and Raman spectroscopy are applied to examine the influence of neutron irradiation on lattice structures along different crystal directions of PBN and HBN samples. Photoluminescence (PL) is employed to study the effect of neutron irradiation on IMESs in these samples. We find that the neutron irradiation does not alter the in-plane lattice structures of both PBN and HBN samples, but it can release the inter-layer tensions induced by sample growth of the PBN samples. Interestingly and surprisingly, the neutron irradiation does not affect the IMES levels responsible for PL generation, where PL is attributed mainly from phonon-assisted radiative electron-hole coupling for both PBN and HBN samples. Furthermore, the results indicate that the neutron irradiation can weaken the effective carrier-phonon coupling and exciton transitions in PBN and HBN samples. Overall, both PBN and HBN samples show some degree of the resistance to neutron irradiation in terms of these basic physical properties. The interesting and important findings from this work can help us to gain an in-depth understanding of the influence of neutron irradiation on basic physical properties of hBN materials. These effects can be taken into account when designing and applying the hBN materials for neutron detectors.
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  Language Wos 001077086300001 Publication Date 2023-08-09
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  ISSN 0022-2313 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
  Impact Factor 3.6 Times cited 1 Open Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.6; 2023 IF: 2.686
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:200393 Serial 9047
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Author Dong, H.M.; Liang, H.P.; Tao, Z.H.; Duan, Y.F.; Milošević, M.V.; Chang, K.
  Title Interface thermal conductivities induced by van der Waals interactions Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2024 Publication Physical chemistry, chemical physics Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 26 Issue 5 Pages 4047-4051
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  Abstract The interface heat transfer of two layers induced by van der Waals (vdW) contacts is theoretically investigated, based on first-principles calculations at low temperatures. The results suggest that out-of-plane acoustic phonons with low frequencies dominate the interface thermal transport due to the vdW interaction. The interface thermal conductivity is proportional to the cubic of temperature at very low temperatures, but becomes linearly proportional to temperature as temperature increases. We show that manipulating the strain alters vdW coupling, leading to increased interfacial thermal conductivity at the interface. Our findings provide valuable insights into the interface heat transport in vdW heterostructures and support further design and optimization of electronic and optoelectronic nanodevices based on vdW contacts. The heat transfer induced by van der Waals contacts is dominated by ZA phonons. The interface thermal conductivity is proportional to the cubic of temperature, but becomes linearly proportional to temperature as temperature increases.
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  Language Wos 001142323400001 Publication Date 2024-01-09
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  ISSN 1463-9076; 1463-9084 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 3.3 Times cited Open Access Not_Open_Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.3; 2024 IF: 4.123
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:202795 Serial 9050
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Author Marazzi, E.; Ghojavand, A.; Pirard, J.; Petretto, G.; Charlier, J.-C.; Rignanese, G.-M.
  Title Modeling symmetric and defect-free carbon schwarzites into various zeolite templates Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication Carbon Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 215 Issue Pages 118385-118389
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  Abstract Recently, a process has been proposed for generating negatively-curved carbon schwarzites via zeolite-templating (Braun et al., 2018). However, the proposed process leads to atomistic models which are not very symmetric and often rather defective. In the present work, an improved generation approach is developed, by imposing symmetry constraints, which systematically leads to defect-free, hence more stable, schwarzites. The stability of the newly predicted symmetric schwarzites is also compared to that of other carbon nanostructures (in particular carbon nanotubes – CNTs), which could also be accommodated within the same templates. Our results suggest that only a few of these (such as FAU, SBT and SBS) can fit schwarzites more stable than CNTs. Our predictions could help experimentalists in the crucial choice of the template for the challenging synthesis of schwarzites. Furthermore, being highly symmetric and stable phases, the models could also be synthesized by means of other experimental procedures.
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  Language Wos 001078649800001 Publication Date 2023-09-04
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  ISSN 0008-6223 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 10.9 Times cited Open Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 10.9; 2023 IF: 6.337
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:200314 Serial 9057
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Author Linek, J.; Wyszynski, M.; Müller, B.; Korinski, D.; Milošević, M.V.; Kleiner, R.; Koelle, D.
  Title On the coupling of magnetic moments to superconducting quantum interference devices Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2024 Publication Superconductor science and technology Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 37 Issue 2 Pages 025010-25012
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract We investigate the coupling factor phi( mu) that quantifies the magnetic flux phi per magnetic moment mu of a point-like magnetic dipole that couples to a superconducting quantum interference device (SQUID). Representing the dipole by a tiny current-carrying (Amperian) loop, the reciprocity of mutual inductances of SQUID and Amperian loop provides an elegant way of calculating phi(mu)(r,e(mu)) vs. position r and orientation e(mu) of the dipole anywhere in space from the magnetic field B-J(r) produced by a supercurrent circulating in the SQUID loop. We use numerical simulations based on London and Ginzburg-Landau theory to calculate phi (mu) from the supercurrent density distributions in various superconducting loop geometries. We treat the far-field regime ( r greater than or similar to a= inner size of the SQUID loop) with the dipole placed on (oriented along) the symmetry axis of circular or square shaped loops. We compare expressions for phi (mu) from simple filamentary loop models with simulation results for loops with finite width w (outer size A > alpha), thickness d and London penetration depth lambda(L )and show that for thin ( d << alpha ) and narrow (w < alpha) loops the introduction of an effective loop size a(eff) in the filamentary loop-model expressions results in good agreement with simulations. For a dipole placed right in the center of the loop, simulations provide an expression phi(mu)(a,A,d,lambda(L)) that covers a wide parameter range. In the near-field regime (dipole centered at small distance z above one SQUID arm) only coupling to a single strip representing the SQUID arm has to be considered. For this case, we compare simulations with an analytical expression derived for a homogeneous current density distribution, which yields excellent agreement for lambda(L)>w,d . Moreover, we analyze the improvement of phi(mu) provided by the introduction of a narrow constriction in the SQUID arm below the magnetic dipole.
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  Language Wos 001145725500001 Publication Date 2024-01-04
  Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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  ISSN 0953-2048 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 3.6 Times cited Open Access Not_Open_Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.6; 2024 IF: 2.878
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:202759 Serial 9067
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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 (down) 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
  Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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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 Most recent IF: 3.2; 2023 IF: 2.068
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:202777 Serial 9069
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Author Zhang, C.; Ren, K.; Wang, S.; Luo, Y.; Tang, W.; Sun, M.
  Title Recent progress on two-dimensional van der Waals heterostructures for photocatalytic water splitting : a selective review Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication Journal of physics: D: applied physics Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 56 Issue 48 Pages 483001-483024
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract Hydrogen production through photocatalytic water splitting is being developed swiftly to address the ongoing energy crisis. Over the past decade, with the rise of graphene and other two-dimensional (2D) materials, an increasing number of computational and experimental studies have focused on relevant van der Waals (vdW) semiconductor heterostructures for photocatalytic water splitting. In this review, the fundamental mechanism and distinctive performance of type-II and Z-scheme vdW heterostructure photocatalysts are presented. Accordingly, we have conducted a systematic review of recent studies focusing on candidates for photocatalysts, specifically vdW heterostructures involving 2D transition metal disulfides (TMDs), 2D Janus TMDs, and phosphorenes. The photocatalytic performance of these heterostructures and their suitability in theoretical scenarios are discussed based on their electronic and optoelectronic properties, particularly in terms of band structures, photoexcited carrier dynamics, and light absorption. In addition, various approaches for tuning the performance of these potential photocatalysts are illustrated. This strategic framework for constructing and modulating 2D heterostructure photocatalysts is expected to provide inspiration for addressing possible challenges in future studies.
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  Language Wos 001076327300001 Publication Date 2023-08-30
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  ISSN 0022-3727 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
  Impact Factor 3.4 Times cited Open Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.4; 2023 IF: 2.588
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:200353 Serial 9081
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Author Santos-Castro, G.; Pandey, T.; Bruno, C.H.V.; Santos Caetano, E.W.; Milošević, M.V.; Chaves, A.; Freire, V.N.
  Title Silicon and germanium adamantane and diamantane monolayers as two-dimensional anisotropic direct-gap semiconductors Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication Physical review B Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 108 Issue 3 Pages 035302-35310
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract Structural and electronic properties of silicon and germanium monolayers with two different diamondoid crystal structures are detailed ab initio. Our results show that, despite Si and Ge being well-known indirect gap semiconductors in their bulk form, their adamantane and diamantane monolayers can exhibit optically active direct gap in the visible frequency range, with highly anisotropic effective masses, depending on the monolayer crystal structure. Moreover, we reveal that gaps in these materials are highly tunable with applied strain. These stable monolayer forms of Si and Ge are therefore expected to help bridging the gap between the fast growing area of opto-electronics in two-dimensional materials and the established silicon-based technologies.
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  Language Wos 001074455300012 Publication Date 2023-07-05
  Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
  Series Volume Series Issue Edition
  ISSN 2469-9969; 2469-9950 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 3.7 Times cited Open Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.7; 2023 IF: 3.836
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:200348 Serial 9089
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Author Zamani, M.; Yapicioglu, H.; Kara, A.; Sevik, C.
  Title Statistical analysis of porcelain tiles' technical properties : full factorial design investigation on oxide ratios and temperature Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication Physica scripta Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 98 Issue 12 Pages 125953-18
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract This study focuses on optimizing the composition and firing temperature of porcelain tiles using statistical analysis techniques. A full factorial design, including model adequacy checking, analysis of variance, Pareto charts, interaction plots, regression model, and response optimizer is employed. The key factors were the Seger ratios of SiO2/Al2O3, Na2O/K2O, MgO/CaO, and firing temperature. The response variables investigated were bulk density, water absorption, linear shrinkage, coefficient of thermal expansion (at 500 degrees C), and strength. The statistical analysis revealed highly significant results, which were further validated, confirming their reliability for practical use in the production of porcelain tiles. The study demonstrated the effectiveness of utilizing Seger formulas and properties of typical raw materials to accurately predict the final properties of ceramic tiles. By employing SiO2/Al2O3 = 5.2, Na2O/K2O = 1.50, MgO/CaO = 3.0, and firing temperature of 1180 degrees C, optimized properties, such as maximum strength, maximum bulk density, and minimum water absorption, was achieved with a composite desirability of 0.9821.
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  Language Wos 001105879800001 Publication Date 2023-11-08
  Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
  Series Volume Series Issue Edition
  ISSN 0031-8949; 1402-4896 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 2.9 Times cited Open Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 2.9; 2023 IF: 1.28
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:202033 Serial 9097
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Author Xiao, H.; Zhang, Z.; Xu, W.; Wang, Q.; Xiao, Y.; Ding, L.; Huang, J.; Li, H.; He, B.; Peeters, F.M.
  Title Terahertz optoelectronic properties of synthetic single crystal diamond Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication Diamond and related materials Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 139 Issue Pages 110266-110268
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract A systematic investigation is undertaken for studying the optoelectronic properties of single crystal diamond (SCD) grown by microwave plasma chemical vapor deposition (MPCVD). It is indicated that, without intentional doping and surface treatment during the sample growth, the terahertz (THz) optical conduction in SCD is mainly affected by surface H-terminations, -OH-, O- and N-based functional groups. By using THz time-domain spectroscopy (TDS), we measure the transmittance, the complex dielectric constant and optical conductivity σ(ω) of SCD. We find that SCD does not show typical semiconductor characteristics in THz regime, where σ(ω) cannot be described rightly by the conventional Drude formula. Via fitting the real and imaginary parts of σ(ω) to the Drude-Smith formula, the ratio of the average carrier density to the effective electron mass γ = ne/m*, the electronic relaxation time τ and the electronic backscattering or localization factor can be determined optically. The temperature dependence of these parameters is examined. From the temperature dependence of γ, a metallic to semiconductor transition is observed at about T = 10 K. The temperature dependence of τ is mainly induced by electron coupling with acoustic-phonons and there is a significant effect of photon-induced electron backscattering or localization in SCD. This work demonstrates that THz TDS is a powerful technique in studying SCD which contains H-, N- and O-based bonds and has low electron density and high dc resistivity. The results obtained from this study can benefit us to gain an in-depth understanding of SCD and may provide new guidance for the application of SCD as electronic, optical and optoelectronic materials.
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  Language Wos Publication Date 2023-08-02
  Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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  ISSN 0925-9635 ISBN Additional Links UA library record
  Impact Factor 4.1 Times cited Open Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 4.1; 2023 IF: 2.561
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:200920 Serial 9103
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Author Lima, I.L.C.; Milošević, M.V.; Peeters, F.M.; Chaves, A.
  Title Tuning of exciton type by environmental screening Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2023 Publication Physical review B Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 108 Issue 11 Pages 115303-115308
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract We theoretically investigate the binding energy and electron-hole (e-h) overlap of excitonic states confined at the interface between two-dimensional materials with type-II band alignment, i.e., with lowest conduction and highest valence band edges placed in different materials, arranged in a side-by-side planar heterostructure. We propose a variational procedure within the effective mass approximation to calculate the exciton ground state and apply our model to a monolayer MoS2/WS2 heterostructure. The role of nonabrupt interfaces between the materials is accounted for in our model by assuming a WxMo1-xS2 alloy around the interfacial region. Our results demonstrate that (i) interface-bound excitons are energetically favorable only for small interface thickness and/or for systems under high dielectric screening by the materials surrounding the monolayer, and that (ii) the interface exciton binding energy and its e-h overlap are controllable by the interface width and dielectric environment.
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  Language Wos 001077758300002 Publication Date 2023-09-08
  Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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  ISSN 2469-9969; 2469-9950 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 3.7 Times cited 1 Open Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.7; 2023 IF: 3.836
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:200356 Serial 9110
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Author Wang, J.; Zhao, W.-S.; Hu, Y.; Filho, R.N.C.; Peeters, F.M.
  Title Charged vacancy in graphene : interplay between Landau levels and atomic collapse resonances Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2024 Publication Physical review B Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 109 Issue 10 Pages 104103-104106
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract The interplay between a magnetic field and the Coulomb potential from a charged vacancy on the electron states in graphene is investigated within the tight-binding model. The Coulomb potential removes locally Landau level degeneracy, while the vacancy introduces a satellite level next to the normal Landau level. These satellite levels are found throughout the positive-energy region, but in the negative-energy region, they turn into atomic collapse resonances. Crossings between Landau levels with different angular quantum number m are found. Unlike the point impurity system in which an anticrossing occurs between Landau levels of the same m, in this work anticrossing is found between the normal Landau level and the vacancy-induced level. The atomic collapse resonance hybridizes with the Landau levels. The charge at which the lowest Landau level m = -1, N = 1 crosses E = 0 increases with enhancing magnetic field. A Landau level scaling anomaly occurs when the charge is larger than the critical charge beta 0.6 and this critical charge is independent of the magnetic field.
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  Language Wos 001199561900008 Publication Date 2024-03-04
  Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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  ISSN 2469-9969; 2469-9950 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 3.7 Times cited Open Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.7; 2024 IF: 3.836
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:205508 Serial 9137
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Author Blagojević, J.; Mijin, S.D.; Bekaert, J.; Opačić, M.; Liu, Y.; Milošević, M.V.; Petrović, C.; Popović, Z.V.; Lazarević, N.
  Title Competition of disorder and electron-phonon coupling in 2H-TaSe2-xSx (0≤x≤2) as evidenced by Raman spectroscopy Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2024 Publication Physical review materials Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 8 Issue 2 Pages 024004-24008
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract The vibrational properties of 2H-TaSe<sub>2-x</sub>S<sub>x</sub> (0≤x≤2) single crystals were probed using Raman spectroscopy and density functional theory calculations. The end members revealed two out of four symmetry-predicted Raman active modes, together with the pronounced two-phonon structure, attributable to the enhanced electron-phonon coupling. Additional peaks become observable due to crystallographic disorder for the doped samples. The evolution of the E<sub>2</sub>g<sup>2</sup> mode Fano parameter reveals that the disorder has a weak impact on electron-phonon coupling, which is also supported by the persistence of two-phonon structure in doped samples. As such, this research provides thorough insights into the lattice properties, the effects of crystallographic disorder on Raman spectra, and the interplay of this disorder with the electron-phonon coupling in 2H-TaSe<sub>2-x</sub>S<sub>x</sub> compounds.
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  Language Wos 001171649400004 Publication Date 2024-02-21
  Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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  ISSN 2475-9953 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 3.4 Times cited Open Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.4; 2024 IF: NA
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:204404 Serial 9141
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Author Ozdemir, I.; Arkin, H.; Milošević, M.V.; V. Barth, J.; Aktuerk, E.
  Title Exploring the adsorption mechanisms of neurotransmitter and amino acid on Ti3C2-MXene monolayer : insights from DFT calculations Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2024 Publication Surfaces and interfaces Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 46 Issue Pages 104169-9
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract In this study, we conducted a systematic density functional theory (DFT) investigation of the interaction between Ti3C2-MXene monolayer and biological molecules dopamine (DA) and serine (Ser) as neurotransmitter and amino acid, respectively. Our calculations show good agreement with previous literature findings for the optimized Ti3C2 monolayer. We found that DA and Ser molecules bind to the Ti3C2 surface with adsorption energies of -2.244 eV and -3.960 eV, respectively. The adsorption of Ser resulted in the dissociation of one H atom. Electronic density of states analyses revealed little changes in the electronic properties of the Ti3C2-MXene monolayer upon adsorption of the biomolecules. We further investigated the interaction of DA and Ser with Ti3C2 monolayers featuring surface -termination with OH functional group, and Ti -vacancy. Our calculations indicate that the adsorption energies significantly decrease in the presence of surface termination, with adsorption energies of -0.097 eV and -0.330 eV for DA and Ser, respectively. Adsorption energies on the Ti -vacancy surface, on the other hand, are calculated to be -3.584 eV and -3.856 eV for DA and Ser, respectively. Our results provide insights into the adsorption behavior of biological molecules on Ti3C2-MXene, demonstrating the potential of this material for biosensing and other biomedical applications. These findings highlight the importance of surface modifications in the development of functional materials and devices based on Ti3C2-MXene, and pave the way for future investigations into the use of 2D materials for biomedical applications.
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  Language Wos 001206950300001 Publication Date 2024-03-08
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  ISSN 2468-0230 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 6.2 Times cited Open Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 6.2; 2024 IF: NA
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:205977 Serial 9150
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Author Shafiei, M.; Fazileh, F.; Peeters, F.M.; Milošević, M.V.
  Title Floquet engineering of axion and high-Chern number phases in a topological insulator under illumination Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2024 Publication SciPost Physics Core Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 7 Issue 7 Pages 024-16
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract Quantum anomalous Hall, high-Chern number, and axion phases in topological insulators are characterized by its Chern invariant C (respectively, C = 1, integer C > 1, and C = 0 with half-quantized Hall conductance of opposite signs on top and bottom surfaces). They are of recent interest because of novel fundamental physics and prospective applications, but identifying and controlling these phases has been challenging in practice. Here we show that these states can be created and switched between in thin films of Bi2Se3 by Floquet engineering, using irradiation by circularly polarized light. We present the calculated phase diagrams of encountered topological phases in Bi2Se3, as a function of wavelength and amplitude of light, as well as sample thickness, after properly taking into account the penetration depth of light and the variation of the gap in the surface states. These findings open pathways towards energy-efficient optoelectronics, advanced sensing, quantum information processing and metrology.
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  Language Wos 001217885300001 Publication Date 2024-05-01
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  Notes Approved Most recent IF: NA
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:205972 Serial 9151
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Author Yorulmaz, U.; Šabani, D.; Sevik, C.; Milošević, M.V.
  Title Goodenough-Kanamori-Anderson high-temperature ferromagnetism in tetragonal transition-metal xenes Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2024 Publication 2D materials Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 11 Issue 3 Pages 035013-10
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract Seminal Goodenough-Kanamori-Anderson (GKA) rules provide an inceptive understanding of the superexchange interaction of two magnetic metal ions bridged with an anion, and suggest fostered ferromagnetic interaction for orthogonal bridging bonds. However, there are no examples of two-dimensional (2D) materials with structure that optimizes the GKA arguments towards enhanced ferromagnetism and its critical temperature. Here we reveal that an ideally planar GKA ferromagnetism is indeed stable in selected tetragonal transition-metal xenes (tTMXs), with Curie temperature above 300 K found in CrC and MnC. We provide the general orbitally-resolved analysis of magnetic interactions that supports the claims and sheds light at the mechanisms dominating the magnetic exchange process in these structures. Furthermore, we propose the set of three GKA-like rules that will guarantee room temperature ferromagetnism. With recent advent of epitaxially-grown tetragonal 2D materials, our findings earmark tTMXs for facilitated spintronic and magnonic applications, or as a desirable magnetic constituent of functional 2D heterostructures.
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  Language Wos 001208053200001 Publication Date 2024-04-12
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  ISSN 2053-1583 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 5.5 Times cited Open Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 5.5; 2024 IF: 6.937
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:205464 Serial 9153
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Author Vermeulen, B.B.; Monteiro, M.G.; Giuliano, D.; Sorée, B.; Couet, S.; Temst, K.; Nguyen, V.D.
  Title Magnetization-switching dynamics driven by chiral coupling Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2024 Publication Physical review applied Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 21 Issue 2 Pages 024050-11
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract The Dzyaloshinskii-Moriya interaction (DMI) is known to play a central role in stabilizing chiral spin textures such as skyrmions and domain walls (DWs). Electrical manipulation of DW and skyrmion motion offers possibilities for next-generation, scalable and energy-efficient spintronic devices. However, achieving the full potential of these nanoscale devices requires overcoming several challenges, including reliable electrical write and read techniques for these magnetic objects, and addressing pinning and Joule-heating concerns. Here, through micromagnetic simulations and analytical modeling, we show that DMI can directly induce magnetization switching of a nanomagnet with perpendicular magnetic anisotropy (PMA). We find that the switching is driven by the interplay between the DMI-induced magnetic frustration and the PMA. By introducing magnetic tunnel junctions to electrically access and control the magnetization direction of the PMA nanomagnet, we first show the potential of this concept to enable high-density fieldfree spin-orbit torque magnetic random-access memory. Ultimately, we demonstrate that it offers a way of transferring and processing spin information for logic operation without relying on current-driven DW or skyrmion motion.
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  Language Wos 001187487900001 Publication Date 2024-02-26
  Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
  Series Volume Series Issue Edition
  ISSN 2331-7019 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
  Impact Factor 4.6 Times cited Open Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 4.6; 2024 IF: 4.808
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:205518 Serial 9157
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Author Moura, V.N.; Chaves, A.; Peeters, F.M.; Milošević, M.V.
  Title McMillan-Ginzburg-Landau theory of singularities and discommensurations in charge density wave states of transition metal dichalcogenides Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2024 Publication Physical review B Abbreviated Journal
  Volume 109 Issue 9 Pages 094507-94511
  Keywords (down) A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
  Abstract The McMillan-Ginzburg-Landau (MGL) model for charge density waves (CDW) is employed in a systematic phenomenological study of the different phases that have been probed in recent experiments involving transition metal dichalcogenides. We implemented an efficient imaginary time evolution method to solve the MGL equations, which enabled us to investigate the role of different coupling parameters on the CDW patterns and to perform calculations with different energy functionals that lead to several experimentally observed singularities in the CDW phase profiles. In particular, by choosing the appropriate energy functionals, we were able to obtain phases that go beyond the well-known periodic phase slips (discommensurations), exhibiting also topological defects (i.e., vortex-antivortex pairs), domain walls where the CDW order parameter is suppressed, and even CDW with broken rotational symmetry. Finally, we briefly discuss the effect of these different CDW phases on the profile and critical temperature of the competing superconducting state.
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  Language Wos 001199651500001 Publication Date 2024-03-11
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  ISSN 2469-9969; 2469-9950 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
  Impact Factor 3.7 Times cited Open Access
  Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.7; 2024 IF: 3.836
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:205491 Serial 9158
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