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Ever thought a basic concept you learned in secondary school chemistry could hold the key to optimizing cutting-edge piezoelectric devices? Well, prepare to be amazed! 🤯 In our latest paper published in Materials Advances, "Unravelling the Polarity Preference and Effects of Electrode Layer on Wurtzite Aluminum Nitride for Piezoelectric Applications", my colleagues (Ramanarayan Hariharaputran and Gang Wu) and I at Institute of High Performance Computing (IHPC) uncovered that the simple idea of electronegativity can largely explain the polarity preferences of electrode materials on aluminum nitride (AlN) slabs, which directly impact device performance. It just goes to show that sometimes, the most profound solutions lie in the fundamentals we often overlook. While our work also delved into the thermodynamics, stacking sequences, electron localization functions, Bader charges, and tuning of piezoelectric properties such as the Born effective charges, the core revelation was startlingly simple – don't overthink it! For industries working on high-power electronics, sensors, acoustic resonators, and researchers exploring piezoelectrics or advanced materials engineering, this study offers invaluable insights for optimizing AlN device performance and pushing the boundaries of material science. By considering the simple concept of electronegativity when designing electrode layers for AlN slabs, manufacturers can achieve improved piezoelectric responses and enhanced device functionality. Meanwhile, researchers can build upon these findings to further explore the interplay between fundamental physical and chemical properties and advanced material behavior, paving the way for groundbreaking innovations. On a personal note, I have also dedicated this paper to my late furry good boy Dotdot, whose memory reminds me to cherish the simple joys in life. ❤️ So, intrigued by how a secondary school chemistry concept could unlock the secrets of advanced piezoelectric materials? Give this a read (link in the comments) and discover how the basic notion of electronegativity can potential shape the future of piezoelectric technology. #ASTAR #IHPC #materialsscience #piezoelectrics #electronics #science #technology #STEM #research #simulation #Singapore

Researchers at the University of Virginia have made a significant breakthrough in improving the efficiency of computer chips by confirming a key principle that governs heat flow in thin metal films. This discovery, published in Nature Communications and supported by the Semiconductor Research Corporation in partnership with Intel, advances our understanding of thermal conductivity in metals used in next-generation chips. The findings could enable faster, smaller, and more energy-efficient devices than ever before. “As devices continue to shrink, the importance of managing heat becomes paramount,” explained lead researcher and mechanical and aerospace engineering Ph.D. student Md. Rafiqul Islam. “Consider high-end gaming consoles or AI-driven data centers, where constant, high-power processing often leads to thermal bottlenecks. Our findings provide a blueprint to mitigate these issues by refining the way heat flows through ultra-thin metals like copper.” Copper, widely used for its excellent conductive properties, faces significant challenges as devices scale down to nanometer dimensions. At such small scales, even the best materials experience a drop in performance due to increased heat—a phenomenon that’s amplified in copper, leading to lower conductivity and efficiency. To address this, the UVA team focused on a crucial element of thermal science known as Matthiessen’s rule, which they validated in ultra-thin copper films. The rule, which traditionally helps predict how different scattering processes influence electron flow, had never been thoroughly confirmed in nanoscale materials until now. Using a novel method known as steady-state thermoreflectance (SSTR), the team measured copper’s thermal conductivity and cross-checked it with electrical resistivity data. This direct comparison demonstrated that Matthiessen’s rule, when applied with specific parameters, reliably describes the way heat moves through copper films even at nanoscale thicknesses. Why does this matter? #semiconductor #engineering #conductivity #efficiency #communications https://lnkd.in/gqrCNd3a

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#ScienceBSUIR continues to talk about #BSUIR scientists. Dmitry Shimanovich is a senior researcher at the research and development laboratory “Hybrid IC Technologies”. ✔ Number of citations in Google Scholar - 261. ✔ H-index - 9. ✔ 130+ scientific papers (30+ articles in highly rated scientific journals). ✔ 100+ reports in various conference proceedings. ✔ 3 patents. Area of professional and scientific interests: 🔹 Micro- and nanoelectronics, opto- and microwave electronics. 🔹 Materials science, electrochemical methods and technologies for creating nanostructured materials. 🔹 Electrochemical alumina technology for creating microelectronic products. 🔹 Power electronics and multi-crystal electronic modules. 🔹 Membrane and sensor structures based on porous aluminum oxide. Dmitry Shimanovich graduated from BSUIR in 1995 with a degree in Microelectronics and Semiconductor Devices, then continued his studies in post-graduate school with a degree in Solid-state Electronics, Radioelectronic Components, Micro and Nanoelectronics, Devices Based on Quantum Effects. The scientist has developed an electrochemical technology for the production of metallized alumina bases with highly efficient thermal conductivity and high electrical insulation strength parameters for LED matrices and multi-crystal modules of power electronics. He is also the author of a technology for the formation of inorganic membrane structures based on anodic aluminum oxide with a high density of uniform capillary pores for multifunctional filtration devices, optical and sensor applications, and template synthesis of nanocomposite materials. Currently, he is the scientific advisor of  the research work within the framework of the tasks of the State Scientific Research Programs 2021-2025 “Materials Science, New Materials and Technologies” and “Photonics and Electronics for Innovations”. Personal page of Dmitry Shimanovich ➡ https://lnkd.in/gVfU85Cf Read all publications about the scientist using the hashtag ➡ #BSUIRscientists_Shimanovich #ScienceBSUIR #BSUIR #science #digitalworld #technology #tech #innovation #nanotechnology #technicaleducation #devices #materials #equipment #Minsk #Belarus  #research #BSUIRscientists

One more paper is accepted of my AI Research Lab in Elsevier's e-Prime - Advances in Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Energy journal.

In optimizing her research process, Schaefer School graduate SHIVANI BHAWSAR, M.S. '24 of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Stevens decided to use artificial intelligence to develop a successful method of expediting the study of nanomaterials. She then wound up presenting this "smart microscope" application at the Materials Research Society meeting last Fall, and published her findings in MRS Bulletin. Her work – which materialized in mechanical engineering Professor Eui-Hyeok Yang’s Advanced Quantum Materials Laboratory – is paving an interdisciplinary path for the development of ultra-thin electronic devices, advanced sensors, and faster and more energy-efficient gadgets. Read about the work👇 https://lnkd.in/eUyQ52cb #AppliedArtificialIntelligence #QuantumComputing

Breakthrough toward Solving Electronics Overheating Problem A research team led by Professor Hyungyu Jin and Dr. Sang Jun Park (currently, a postdoctoral researcher at the National Institute for Materials Science, Japan) from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at POSTECH, in collaboration with a research team of Professor Jong-Ryul Jeong from Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Chungnam National University and Professor Se Kwon Kim’s research team from the Department of Physics at Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), has made a breakthrough in significantly enhancing the commercial viability of spin wave harnessing technology. This innovation is being heralded as a next-generation technological solution to the persistent issue of heat generation in electronic devices. Professor Hyungyu Jin of POSTECH who led the research expressed the significance of the research by saying, "This research represents a significant milestone in developing next-generation information transfer technologies to address heat generation in electronics." Dr. Sang Jun Park, the study's lead author remarked, "By overcoming previous limitations, this technology has promising potential for a wide range of future applications using spin waves." 📌Read more: https://lnkd.in/eqs6q7pD 📌DOI: https://lnkd.in/e2H2Enkk

Prof. Nitash P. Balsara, from the Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Department at the University of California, Berkeley, and the Materials Sciences Division at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,University of California, Berkeley, shared his insights on 'Currents inside Disconnected Lithium Batteries after Fast Charging' during an insightful session of Nano in Energy. Attendees explored the critical role of nanoscale particles in powering personal electronics and electric vehicles, with research shedding light on the processes at play. #BIN2024 #Nanotechnology #BlrIndiaNano #NanotechforSustainability

🔬 Next-Gen Electronics: The Promise of #Janus Monolayers Researchers at the The Institute of Nano Science and Technology(INST), Mohali have unveiled Janus Sb₂XSX' monolayers as groundbreaking materials for future electronic technologies. Key highlights: 🌟 Vertical asymmetry allows for tunable electric fields and piezoelectric properties. 🌟 Displays Rashba spin-splitting and spin Hall effects, vital for spintronics. 🌟 Ideal for energy-efficient electronics, flexible devices, and multifunctional technologies. This study, published in the Journal of Applied Physics, showcases the potential of Janus monolayers in redefining electronic and spintronic device landscapes. 📖 Explore the full article: https://lnkd.in/gAy6aexS Driving innovation for tomorrow’s technologies! 🚀 #MaterialsScience #NanoTechnology #Electronics #Spintronics #RAIB #FutureTech Massachusetts Institute of Technology Nanyang Technological University Singapore Stanford University