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  • Quantum Physics
  • Condensed Matter Physics

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  • Defect centers in insulators are crucial for quantum functionalities like qubits and sensors.
  • Their midgap electronic structure and wave functions dictate material properties.
  • Accessing these properties is challenging due to defects being embedded in resistive crystals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To directly inspect the atomic and electronic structures of defects in thin carbon-doped hexagonal boron nitride (hBN:C).
  • To correlate defect structures with their electronic midgap states and optical responses.
  • To advance quantum defect engineering and atomic-scale optoelectronics.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) for atomic structure visualization.
  • Employed scanning tunneling spectroscopy (STS) to probe electronic midgap states.
  • Combined experimental findings with theoretical investigations.

Main Results:

  • Identified two main defect categories: single-site donor-like defects and multisite defect complexes.
  • Resolved atomically distinct structures for single-site defects via STM.
  • Characterized spatial geometries and midgap states (empty/occupied) of multisite defects via STS.

Conclusions:

  • Direct probing of midgap states combined with optical response analysis enhances defect functionality.
  • hBN:C is a versatile platform for quantum defect engineering.
  • Findings hold promise for advancements in atomic-scale optoelectronics and quantum technologies.