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Nanostructured topological insulators.
Abstract
The route we propose is by nanostructuring TIs. For example, in this project we study by ab initio density functional theory calculations thin slabs of TIs, and their interaction with normal insulating layers, and the effect of the adsorption of atoms on the surface of a TI on its surface electronic structure. Also the influence of magnetic impurities is of great importance, as they will destroy the topological surface states. Another class of nanostructured TIs are cylindrical nanowire TIs which are expected to show a rich surface electronic structure.Researcher(s)
- Promoter: Partoens Bart
- Co-promoter: Sorée Bart
- Fellow: De Beule Christophe
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Project type(s)
- Research Project
Ab initio study of nanostructured topological insulators.
Abstract
The route we propose is by nanostructuring TIs. For example, in this project we study by ab initio density functional theory calculations thin slabs of TIs, and their interaction with normal insulating layers, and the effect of the adsorption of atoms on the surface of a TI on its surface electronic structure. Also the influence of magnetic impurities is of great importance, as they will destroy the topological surface states. Another class of nanostructured TIs are cylindrical nanowire TIs which are expected to show a rich surface electronic structure.Researcher(s)
- Promoter: Partoens Bart
- Co-promoter: Sorée Bart
- Fellow: De Beule Christophe
Research team(s)
Project type(s)
- Research Project