Self-Assembly at Interfaces

• Due to the microscopic size of single-molecule components, it is impractical to assemble a large number of single-molecule components via direct top-down manipulation. Instead, self-assembly methods, meaning spontaneous ordering and organization of molecules without direct human intervention, are proposed as the most feasible way of building up multiple single-molecule devices [1]. The self-assembly process is directed by weak interactions. In this chapter, we will introduce the basic concepts of self-assembly and put it into a context of single-molecule electronic devices. We will discuss mechanisms of formation of self-assembled monolayers and how typical single-molecule components interact with surfaces. Finally, we will present some recent developments in electrode materials using single molecules.

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NATURVETENSKAP  -- Kemi -- Fysikalisk kemi (hsv//swe)

NATURAL SCIENCES  -- Chemical Sciences -- Physical Chemistry (hsv//eng)

NATURVETENSKAP  -- Kemi -- Annan kemi (hsv//swe)

NATURAL SCIENCES  -- Chemical Sciences -- Other Chemistry Topics (hsv//eng)

NATURVETENSKAP  -- Fysik -- Den kondenserade materiens fysik (hsv//swe)

NATURAL SCIENCES  -- Physical Sciences -- Condensed Matter Physics (hsv//eng)

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