Hexagonal Boron Nitride Nanomaterials for Quantum Sensing, Photonics and Thermal Management
This research community focuses on the synthesis, structural characterization, and application of hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) in two-dimensional forms, specifically for quantum emitters, high-precision sensors, and thermal interface materials.
The work centers on the production of h-BN nanosheets, nanotubes, and thin films, often using chemical vapor deposition or molecular dynamics simulations to predict properties. Recurring themes include the engineering of spin defects for quantum sensing and single-photon emission, the study of nonlinear optical properties, and the integration of h-BN into polymer composites for thermal conductivity and drug delivery. The community also investigates the interplay between structural defects and electronic properties, with significant attention to adsorption capabilities and the mechanical stability of these two-dimensional structures under various environmental conditions.
The largest share of the community's output is found in boron research, representing 8.2% of all tracked boron literature, and nitrogen research, accounting for 2.1% of tracked nitrogen literature. Boron also contributes the highest raw paper count within this group, with 11,583 papers, while nitrogen follows with 11,108 papers.
The community comprises 15,331 papers, publishing most frequently in Applied Physics Letters, Diamond and Related Materials, and The Journal of Physical Chemistry C. Recent work continues to explore the creation of single-photon emitters in hBN, the use of h-BN nanosheets for thermal management, and the development of high-pressure quantum sensors.