Semiconducting Nanowires: Physics, Materials and Devices

Scope of the seminar

The field of inorganic semiconducting nanowires is a hot topic of international research. It provides fascinating research of physics and chemistry of quasi one-dimensional structures. The rapid and ongoing progress of synthesis and growth of crystalline nanostructures has led to a variety of exciting electrical and electro-optical properties not seen in bulk materials. The small dimensions, the physical properties, and the preparation possibilities of these nanowires offer a rich potential for various applications and novel devices. In our search for alternative concepts to conventional semiconductor technology, semiconducting nanowires are gaining importance as active materials for applications in electronics and optoelectronics.

Compared to macroscopic systems, these solid-state nanostructures possess significantly different optical, electrical and magnetic properties. Owing to their quasi-one-dimensionality, such nanoscale structures allow a better control of quantum confinement effects, thus enabling new functionalities and device concepts. In addition, nanowires offer the possibility of adjusting important material-physical parameters by selective engineering of geometry and composition.

This seminar aims to provide an interdisciplinary forum for scientists interested in the various areas of semiconducting nanowire research. The lectures will review the state of the art of basic and applied research, device physics and applications. The following topics will be covered:

Topics