Symposium NM06-Emerging Applications of Molecular Electronics—From Nano-Chemistry to Devices and Quantum Sensing

This symposium will serve as a dynamic forum for researchers and practitioners to explore the latest advancements and emerging frontiers in the field of molecular electronics (ME). The experimental and theoretical efforts in this field are focused on elucidating the fundamental processes governing charge transport and transfer at the molecular and atomic scale and at the metal-organic interface. These foundational studies and emerging discoveries of recent years’ position molecular electronics at the interface of other materials-related disciplines and provide a toolkit for exploring the properties of molecular materials in research areas with societal importance such as heterogeneous catalysis, new synthesis methodologies, charge transport in biological systems, control of quantum phenomena and more.
At the heart of this symposium lies a deep dive into the fundamental aspects of charge transport and transfer across molecules and molecule-electrode interfaces. Specific topics include quantum interference effects, collective electrostatic effects, and the dynamic behavior of molecular junctions, which have been recently identified as critical to the development of novel electronic functionalities. These discussions will also focus on unsolved questions regarding scaling of electronic devices and interpretation of recent results, such as in the Chiral Induced Spin Selectivity (CISS) effect measurements. Discussions will extend to advancements in measurement techniques, encompassing both single-molecule conductance measurements and large-area characterization of molecular electronic devices. These discussions will shed light on cutting-edge experimental methodologies and their implications for scaling up molecular-scale devices, paving the way for practical applications in various technological domains. Synthesis methodologies and catalytic reactions in junctions will also be at the forefront of discussions, highlighting innovative approaches to interrogate chemical transformations with single-bond precision by leveraging electrostatic field and electrochemistry of molecular electronic devices. Emphasis will be placed on new catalytic concepts and a fundamental understanding of nanoscale chemical phenomena, which hold the potential to reshape future catalyst design and molecular material synthesis. In summary, the symposium aims to explore cutting-edge research, foster collaborations, and drive innovation. Abstracts will be solicited in the following areas: mechanisms of charge transport, theory, junction-assisted reactions, novel applications such as neuromorphic computing and quantum sensing.

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