Properties of Synthetic Two-Dimensional Materials and Heterostructures, 1st ed. 2018 Springer Theses Series

This book represents a significant advance in our understanding of the synthesis and properties of two-dimensional (2D) materials. The author?s work breaks new ground in the understanding of a number of 2D crystals, including atomically thin transition metal dichalcogenides, graphene, and their heterostructures, that are technologically important to next-generation electronics. In addition to critical new results on the direct growth of 2D heterostructures, it also details growth mechanisms, surface science, and device applications of ?epi-grade? 2D semiconductors, which are essential to low-power electronics, as well as for extending Moore?s law. Most importantly, it provides an effective alternative to mechanically exfoliate 2D layers for practical applications. 

Nominated as an outstanding PhD Thesis by Pennsylvania State University

Advances understanding growth mechanisms and device applications of epi-grade 2D semiconductors

Describes vital new results in mechanical exfoliation of bulk layered crystals

Presents material that is relevant to Moore’s law and has applications in next-generation electronics