Shohreh Dadkhah

Advisor: Prof Hamid Garmestani

Will defend a master’s thesis entitled

Aluminum Nano-Layer Superconducting Thin Films

On

Friday, September 6th at 1 PM

Love building Room183

Committee

Prof. Hamid Garmestani- MSE (advisor)

Prof. Preet Singh- MSE

Prof. Naresh Thadhani- MSE

Prof. Karl Jacob- MSE

Prof. Martin Mourigal- Physics

Abstract

   The fascinating properties of superconductors have led to their widespread use in applications such as quantum computing, MRI machines, and particle accelerators. However, understanding how factors like material thickness influence these properties remains a key challenge in the field.

     We focus on investigating the relationship between the thickness of aluminum nanolayers in superconductors and their corresponding resistivity and critical temperature. Aluminum, being a well-characterized low-temperature superconductor, provides an ideal model system for exploring these effects. By systematically varying the thickness of the aluminum films and conducting comprehensive microstructural and electrical characterization, this study aims to elucidate the fundamental mechanisms that govern superconductivity in thin films. The research presented in this thesis not only contributes to the fundamental understanding of superconductivity but also has practical implications for the design and optimization of superconducting materials for technological applications. By advancing our knowledge of how thickness and microstructure affect the superconducting properties of aluminum-based films, this work lays the groundwork for future innovations in both low and high-temperature superconducting technologies.