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Intro -- Table of Contents -- Preface -- About the Authors -- Acknowledgments -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 Background -- 1.2 Types of 2D Materials -- 1.3 Perspective of 2D Materials -- References -- 2 Electronic Structure of 2D Semiconducting Atomic Crystals -- 2.1 Theoretical Methods for Study of 2D Semiconductors -- 2.2 Electronic Structure of 2D Semiconductors -- 2.3 Prediction of Novel Properties in 2D Moiré Heterostructures -- References -- 3 Tuning the Electronic Properties of 2D Materials by Size Control, Strain Engineering, and Electric Field Modulation -- 3.1 Size Control

3.2 Strain Engineering -- 3.3 Electric Field Modulation -- References -- 4 Transport Properties of Two-Dimensional Materials: Theoretical Studies -- 4.1 Symmetry-Dependent Spin Transport Properties of Graphene-like Nanoribbons -- 4.2 Charge Transport Properties of Two-Dimensional Materials -- 4.3 Contacts Between 2D Semiconductors and Metal Electrodes -- References -- 5 Preparation and Properties of 2D Semiconductors -- 5.1 Preparation Methods -- 5.2 Characterizations of 2D Semiconductors -- 5.3 Electrochemical Properties of 2D Semiconductors -- References

6 Properties of 2D Alloying and Doping -- 6.1 Introduction -- 6.2 Advantages of 2D Alloys -- 6.3 Preparation Methods for 2D Alloys -- 6.4 Characterizations of 2D Alloys -- 6.5 Doping of 2D Semiconductors -- References -- 7 Properties of 2D Heterostructures -- 7.1 Conception and Categories of 2D Heterostructures -- 7.2 Advantages and Application of 2D Heterostructures -- 7.3 Preparation Methods for 2D Heterostructures -- 7.4 Characterizations of 2D Heterostructures -- References -- 8 Application in (Opto) Electronics -- 8.1 Field-Effect Transistors -- 8.2 Infrared Photodetectors

8.3 2D Photodetectors with Sensitizers -- 8.4 New Infrared Photodetectors with Narrow Bandgap 2D Semiconductors -- 8.5 Future Outlook -- References -- 9 Perspective and Outlook -- Index -- End User License Agreement

In-depth overview of two-dimensional semiconductors from theoretical studies, properties to emerging applications! Two-dimensional (2D) materials have attracted enormous attention due to their exotic properties deriving from their ultrathin dimensions. 2D materials, such as graphene, transition metal dichalcogenides, transition metal oxides, black phosphorus and boron nitride, exhibit versatile optical, electronic, catalytic and mechanical properties, thus can be used in a wide range of applications, including electronics, optoelectronics and optical applications. Two-Dimensional Semiconductors: Synthesis, Physical Properties and Applications provides an in-depth view of 2D semiconductors from theoretical studies, properties to applications, taking into account the current state of research and development. It introduces various preparation methods and describes in detail the physical properties of 2D semiconductors including 2D alloys and heterostructures. The covered applications include, but are not limited to, field-effect transistors, spintronics, solar cells, photodetectors, light-emitting diode, sensors and bioelectronics. -Highly topical: 2D materials are a rapidly advancing field that attracts increasing attention -Concise overview: covers theoretical studies, preparation methods, physical properties, potential applications, the challenges and opportunities -Application oriented: focuses on 2D semiconductors that can be used in various applications such as field-effect transistors, solar cells, sensors and bioelectronics -Highly relevant: newcomers as well as experienced researchers in the field of 2D materials will benefit from this book Two-Dimensional Semiconductors: Synthesis, Physical Properties and Applications is written for materials scientists, semiconductor and solid state physicists, electrical engineers, and readers working in the semiconductor industry.