This $364,610 federal Project Grant award, funded by the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS) Program (CFDA 47.049), supports research by Iowa State University of Science and Technology to develop novel layered semiconductor materials derived from Zintl phases.
The key goals of the project are to: (1) synthesize layered silicon-germanium alloy semiconductors with controlled composition, structure, and surface chemistry; (2) determine how the materials' structure and chemistry influence their optoelectronic properties; and (3) characterize the thermal and environmental stability of the materials to assess their potential for real-world applications. This research is expected to advance fundamental knowledge in materials chemistry, nanotechnology, and semiconductors, with potential applications in energy-efficient, ultrafast integrated photonic circuits as well as sensing, computing, and quantum information science. The project also integrates educational activities to broaden participation of underrepresented groups in the technical workforce. The award period is from May 2024 to April 2027.
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