On the development of a new multi-physics solver for atomically thin layered material systems

Abstract

In the last decade, we have experienced a fascinating transformation in the research and development of atomically thin-layered material (ATLM) systems. Graphene and its compounds have enabled the development of novel devices for a wide variety of applications in an extremely short period of time. In addition, non-graphene ATLMs have recently been utilized to produce devices with exceptional performances. It is anticipated that ATLMs will play a crucial role in the integration of nano electronics with photonics and plasmonics in the coming decades. However, there are many challenges that need to be addressed before it is possible to convert the potential of ATLMs into reality. Their accurate and efficient modeling is one of these challenges. In this work, I briefly discuss our recent efforts on the development of a hybrid Schrödinger-Poisson and Maxwell's Equations solver that will enable us exploring how light interacts with ATLM systems in different configurations and under different biasing conditions.