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The research aims to optimize surface reactivity pathways using molecular inhibitors during atomic layer deposition to improve nanofabrication methodologies.

March 5, 2026Materials Horizons0 citations

Tuning Surface Reactivity Pathways through Molecular Inhibitor Redosing for Precision Nanopatterning

BLByungchan LeeIncheon National University CNChi Thang NguyenArgonne National Laboratory MLMinhyeok LeeIncheon National University

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The research aims to optimize surface reactivity pathways using molecular inhibitors during atomic layer deposition to improve nanofabrication methodologies.
Utilized area-selective atomic layer deposition (AS-ALD) techniques
Tested Ru deposits on SiO2 and Si3N4 surfaces
Implemented molecular inhibitor redosing to tune reactivity pathways
Achieved precise control over nanostructures
Noted significant differences in deposition rates on SiO2 vs Si3N4
Demonstrated enhanced selectivity and fidelity in pattern formation

Abstract

Area-selective atomic layer deposition (AS-ALD) has emerged as a promising bottom-up approach for achieving precise 3D patterning in advanced nanofabrication. In this study, Ru AS-ALD on SiO 2 versus Si 3 N 4 surfaces...

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