InGaN as a Substrate for AC Photoelectrochemical Imaging

AC photoelectrochemical imaging at electrolyte−semiconductor interfaces provides spatially resolved information such as surface potentials, ion concentrations and electrical impedance. In this work, thin films of InGaN/GaN were used successfully for AC photoelectrochemical imaging, and exp...

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Main Authors: Bo Zhou, Anirban Das, Menno J. Kappers, Rachel A. Oliver, Colin J. Humphreys, Steffi Krause
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-10-01
Series:Sensors
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/19/20/4386
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Summary:AC photoelectrochemical imaging at electrolyte−semiconductor interfaces provides spatially resolved information such as surface potentials, ion concentrations and electrical impedance. In this work, thin films of InGaN/GaN were used successfully for AC photoelectrochemical imaging, and experimentally shown to generate a considerable photocurrent under illumination with a 405 nm modulated diode laser at comparatively high frequencies and low applied DC potentials, making this a promising substrate for bioimaging applications. Linear sweep voltammetry showed negligible dark currents. The imaging capabilities of the sensor substrate were demonstrated with a model system and showed a lateral resolution of 7 microns.
ISSN:1424-8220