Nanostructured topological insulators. 01/10/2014 - 30/09/2016

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.

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Ab initio study of nanostructured topological insulators. 01/10/2012 - 30/09/2014

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.

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