Computationally Guided Control of Carriers in Semiconductors - Density Functional Theory and Phase-Boundary Mapping for Thermoelectrics

Explore cutting-edge research in semiconductor engineering through this conference talk from the II ICTP-SAIFR Condensed Matter Theory in the Metropolis event. Delve into the world of computationally guided control of carriers in semiconductors as Lidia Gomes from UFPE presents her work on combining Density Functional Theory with Phase-Boundary Mapping to engineer defects in thermoelectric materials. Gain insights into advanced techniques for optimizing semiconductor properties and enhancing thermoelectric performance. Learn how computational methods can be leveraged to manipulate carrier concentrations and design more efficient semiconductor devices. This 31-minute presentation offers a deep dive into the intersection of materials science, computational physics, and thermoelectric applications, providing valuable knowledge for researchers and professionals in the field of condensed matter physics and semiconductor technology.