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Two-dimensional atomic crystals (2DACs) comprise crystalline atomic layers separated by non-bonding van der Waals gaps, allowing diverse intercalants to be inserted without disrupting existing covalent bonds. This enables the creation of a diverse set of layered hybrid superlattices composed of alternating crystalline atomic layers of variable electronic properties and self-assembled intercalant layers featuring customizable chemical compositions and structural motifs.
The goal of this Research Topic is to explore the cutting-edge advancements in the design, synthesis, and characterization of two-dimensional atomic crystals (2DACs) and their hybrid superlattices. We aim to highlight innovative approaches that leverage the unique van der Waals gaps for intercalation, resulting in novel materials with tunable electronic, optical, and chemical properties. This issue seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms governing the self-assembly and integration of diverse intercalants, fostering the development of next-generation materials for applications in electronics, energy storage, catalysis, and beyond.
This Research Topic will cover the latest research on two-dimensional atomic crystals (2DACs) and their hybrid superlattices, focusing on their design, synthesis, and functionalization through intercalation. Topics of interest include the mechanisms of intercalant incorporation, the resulting changes in electronic and structural properties, and the development of 2DAC-based materials for advanced applications in electronics, energy, catalysis, and more. The issue aims to showcase novel techniques, theoretical insights, and practical applications that push the boundaries of 2DAC research, offering a platform for interdisciplinary contributions that drive innovation in this rapidly evolving field.
The goal of this Research Topic is to explore the cutting-edge advancements in the design, synthesis, and characterization of two-dimensional atomic crystals (2DACs) and their hybrid superlattices. We aim to highlight innovative approaches that leverage the unique van der Waals gaps for intercalation, resulting in novel materials with tunable electronic, optical, and chemical properties. This issue seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms governing the self-assembly and integration of diverse intercalants, fostering the development of next-generation materials for applications in electronics, energy storage, catalysis, and beyond.
This Research Topic will cover the latest research on two-dimensional atomic crystals (2DACs) and their hybrid superlattices, focusing on their design, synthesis, and functionalization through intercalation. Topics of interest include the mechanisms of intercalant incorporation, the resulting changes in electronic and structural properties, and the development of 2DAC-based materials for advanced applications in electronics, energy, catalysis, and more. The issue aims to showcase novel techniques, theoretical insights, and practical applications that push the boundaries of 2DAC research, offering a platform for interdisciplinary contributions that drive innovation in this rapidly evolving field.
Keywords: intercalation, 2D materials, quantum property
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