1. Plasmonic group IVB transition metal nitrides: Fabrication methods and applications in biosensing, photovoltaics and photocatalysis.
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Günaydın BN, Çetinkaya AO, Torabfam M, Tütüncüoğlu A, Kayalan CI, Bayazıt MK, Yüce M, and Kurt H
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This review paper focuses on group IVB transition metal nitrides (TMNs) such as titanium nitride (TiN), zirconium nitride (ZrN), and hafnium nitride (HfN) and as alternative plasmonic materials to noble metals like gold and silver. It delves into the fabrication methods of these TMNs, particularly emphasizing thin film fabrication techniques like magnetron sputtering and atomic layer deposition, as well as nanostructure fabrication processes applied to these thin films. Overcoming the current fabrication and application-related challenges requires a deep understanding of the material properties, deposition techniques, and application requirements. Here, we discuss the impact of fabrication parameters on the properties of resulting films, highlighting the importance of aligning fabrication methods with practical application requirements for optimal performance. Additionally, we summarize and tabulate the most recent plasmonic applications of these TMNs in fields like biosensing, photovoltaic energy, and photocatalysis, contributing significantly to the current literature by consolidating knowledge on TMNs., Competing Interests: Declaration of competing interest The authors declare the following financial interests/personal relationships which may be considered as potential competing interests. Hasan Kurt reports financial support was provided by Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey., (Copyright © 2024 The Authors. Published by Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.)
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- 2024
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