Molecular Electronic Devices

Master's thesis investigating molecular electronics as a path beyond silicon scaling limits.

The Silicon Challenge

As traditional silicon transistors approach physical limits, molecular electronics offers a promising alternative:

• Moore's Law Limitations: Transistor scaling facing quantum effects and heat dissipation issues
• Economic Constraints: Exponentially increasing fabrication costs for smaller nodes

Molecular Electronics Promise

• Ultimate Miniaturization: Single/multi-molecule devices at the atomic scale
• Quantum Properties: Leveraging quantum mechanical effects for novel functionality
• Self-Assembly: Potential for bottom-up manufacturing approaches
• Material Diversity: Vast chemical space for device optimization

Research Focus

The thesis explores how individual molecules can function as electronic components, investigating their potential to overcome the fundamental limitations facing conventional semiconductor technology.