Doped Diamond synthesis: An Experimental Perspective

Abstract:
Diamond, a distinctive and crucial material in the industry, possesses unparalleled properties that set it apart from all other known materials and semiconductors. Despite its exceptional attributes, the artificial production of diamonds has historically lagged behind that of other semiconductor materials. However, advancements in chemical vapor deposition techniques allows nowadays for the precise synthesis of diamonds with tailored characteristics. This has paved the way for cutting-edge applications in electronics and quantum technologies.

In this seminar, we will delve into key aspects concerning the synthesis and characteristics of doped diamonds. Commencing with the fundamentals of diamond chemical vapor deposition and a brief overview of various diamond coatings, our exploration will extend to the synthesis of epitaxial doped diamonds. We will place particular emphasis on the synthesis and the properties of boron-doped diamonds. Additionally, we will also address some aspects of phosphorus and nitrogen doping of diamonds. The seminar will conclude by highlighting an none exhaustive list of existing challenges in the synthesis of doped diamonds for electronic and quantum applications.