Presentation Type

Poster

Presentation Type

Submission

Department

Physics

Major

Physics

Abstract

Transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs) like molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) possess unique electronic and optical properties, making them promising materials for nanotechnology. Photoluminescence (PL) is a key indicator of MoS2 crystal quality. This study aimed to develop a machine-learning model capable of predicting the peak PL wavelength of single MoS2 crystals based on micrograph analysis. Our limited ability to consistently synthesize high-quality MoS2 crystals hampered our ability to create a large set of training data. The project focus shifted towards improving MoS2 crystal synthesis to generate improved training data. We implemented a novel approach utilizing low-pressure chemical vapor deposition (LPCVD) combined with established synthesis techniques to produce MoS2 monolayers with superior quality and surface area. This method achieved high reproducibility, facilitating the collection of improved training data.

Faculty Mentor

Dr. John Mann

Funding Source or Research Program

Keck Scholars Program

Location

Waves Cafeteria

Start Date

22-3-2024 1:30 PM

End Date

22-3-2024 2:30 PM

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Machine Learning Prediction of Photoluminescence in MoS2: Challenges in Data Acquisition and a Solution via Improved Crystal Synthesis

Waves Cafeteria

Transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs) like molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) possess unique electronic and optical properties, making them promising materials for nanotechnology. Photoluminescence (PL) is a key indicator of MoS2 crystal quality. This study aimed to develop a machine-learning model capable of predicting the peak PL wavelength of single MoS2 crystals based on micrograph analysis. Our limited ability to consistently synthesize high-quality MoS2 crystals hampered our ability to create a large set of training data. The project focus shifted towards improving MoS2 crystal synthesis to generate improved training data. We implemented a novel approach utilizing low-pressure chemical vapor deposition (LPCVD) combined with established synthesis techniques to produce MoS2 monolayers with superior quality and surface area. This method achieved high reproducibility, facilitating the collection of improved training data.