Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Amphibian-inspired neuromorphic dynamic vision systems based on ferroelectric field-effect transistor.

Nature communications·2026

Same author

Insights into 3D-printed TiO<sub>2</sub>-based architectures for photocatalytic and non-catalytic applications.

RSC advances·2026

Same author

Photonic-Enabled Energy-Efficient Transparent Neuromorphic Computing Devices: A Review.

Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany)·2026

Same author

Metal-Organic Framework-Enabled Bimodal Sensory System for Gas Leak Detection and Localization.

ACS nano·2026

Same author

Compact adaptive spectral imager enabled by MEMS Fabry-Perot filtering chip in longwave infrared.

Microsystems & nanoengineering·2026

Same author

Neurological manifestations in people with HIV in HAART era: a cross-sectional multicenter study.

Frontiers in neurology·2026

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Aug 23, 2025

Fabrication of Spatially Confined Complex Oxides

Fabrication of Spatially Confined Complex Oxides

Published on: July 1, 2013

Emerging 2D Metal Oxides: From Synthesis to Device Integration.

Kui Zhou¹, Gang Shang², Hsiao-Hsuan Hsu³

¹Institute for Advanced Study, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, P. R. China.

Advanced Materials (Deerfield Beach, Fla.)

|November 5, 2022

Summary

Two-dimensional (2D) metal oxides offer tunable properties for advanced electronics. This review covers their synthesis, electronic applications, and future potential in devices like transistors and solar cells.

Keywords:

2D insulators 2D metal oxides photodetectors piezotronics transistors

More Related Videos

Improved Heterojunction Quality in Cu2O-based Solar Cells Through the Optimization of Atmospheric Pressure Spatial Atomic Layer Deposited Zn1-xMgxO

Improved Heterojunction Quality in Cu2O-based Solar Cells Through the Optimization of Atmospheric Pressure Spatial Atomic Layer Deposited Zn1-xMgxO

Published on: July 31, 2016

Aerosol-assisted Chemical Vapor Deposition of Metal Oxide Structures: Zinc Oxide Rods

Aerosol-assisted Chemical Vapor Deposition of Metal Oxide Structures: Zinc Oxide Rods

Published on: September 14, 2017

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Aug 23, 2025

Fabrication of Spatially Confined Complex Oxides

Fabrication of Spatially Confined Complex Oxides

Published on: July 1, 2013

Improved Heterojunction Quality in Cu2O-based Solar Cells Through the Optimization of Atmospheric Pressure Spatial Atomic Layer Deposited Zn1-xMgxO

Improved Heterojunction Quality in Cu2O-based Solar Cells Through the Optimization of Atmospheric Pressure Spatial Atomic Layer Deposited Zn1-xMgxO

Published on: July 31, 2016

Aerosol-assisted Chemical Vapor Deposition of Metal Oxide Structures: Zinc Oxide Rods

Aerosol-assisted Chemical Vapor Deposition of Metal Oxide Structures: Zinc Oxide Rods

Published on: September 14, 2017

Area of Science:

Materials Science
Condensed Matter Physics
Nanotechnology

Background:

Two-dimensional (2D) metal oxides exhibit unique physical properties making them promising for electronics and optoelectronics.
Their properties are influenced by structure, crystallinity, defects, and thickness, including quantum confinement and interfacial effects.

Purpose of the Study:

To review recent advancements in the synthesis of 2D metal oxides.
To explore the diverse electronic and optoelectronic applications of these materials.
To discuss challenges and future opportunities in the field.

Main Methods:

Overview of synthesis techniques beyond mechanical exfoliation, including solution processing, vapor-phase deposition, and native oxidation.
Analysis of structure-property relationships in 2D metal oxides.
Compilation of current and potential applications in electronic devices.

Main Results:

Tunable physical properties of 2D metal oxides are linked to their structural characteristics, defects, and dimensionality.
Advanced synthesis methods enable controlled production of high-quality 2D metal oxides.
Demonstrated applications include transistors, inverters, photodetectors, piezotronics, and memristors.

Conclusions:

2D metal oxides possess significant potential for next-generation electronic and optoelectronic devices.
Further research into synthesis and understanding of fundamental properties will unlock new applications.
Challenges remain in large-scale production and integration, but opportunities for solar cells, spintronics, and superconducting devices are promising.