Project Info

Deposition of Magnetic 2D Materials

Two-dimensional (2D) materials consist of a single layer of atoms and, when stacked, are called van der Waals (vdW) heterostructures due to strong in-plane covalent bonding and weak interlayer interactions. Graphene is perhaps the most well-known vdW material. Our group is interested in studying the motion of magnetic domains in magnetic vdW materials that are of interest for use in next-generation spintronic devices. The undergraduate researcher would build a set-up and establish a procedure for depositing few-layer vdW materials on substrates, adding electrical contacts, and conducting transport measurements. Success could have a very high impact on research conducted in our laboratory, allowing us to study class of materials that we currently have not yet studied.

For more information:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waO020l25sU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlE2Z9E-onM

https://toutestquantique.fr/en/graphene/

Grand Challenge: Engineer the tools of scientific discovery

Student Preparation

Qualifications

I’m looking for a highly proactive, reliable student who will work regular hours, actively report on progress, and take ownership of the project.

Time Commitment

10 hours/week

Skills/Techniques Gained

-Exfoliation of 2D materials
-Atomic force microscopy
-Lithography
-Metal deposition
-Wirebonding
(Possibly electrical transport measurements)

Mentoring Plan

We will meet 1-2 times a week. The student will present his or her progress once-a-week during group meeting and we will meet individually every other week in the lab.