Dilute Magnetism and Edge-State Engineering in Monolayer SnO

Key Points

• This research aims to explore the electronic and magnetic properties of tin monoxide through atomic-scale engineering.
• Density functional theory was utilized to analyze the materials' properties.
• Focused on p-type oxide semiconductor behavior in a monolayer structure.
• Investigated the effects of varying atomic configurations on electronic properties.
• Demonstrated significant modifications in electronic properties with edge-state engineering.
• Identified potential for enhancing dilute magnetism in monolayer SnO.
• Confirmed improved performance of SnO in applications requiring tunable electronic characteristics.