A groundbreaking speech that changed everything
The famous speech of the American physicist, Richard Feynman, in 1959 at the American Physical Society marked the very beginning of nanoscience molecular electronics as a conceptual possibility.
He opened with a bold statement
« I would like to describe a field, in which little has been done, but in which an enormous amount can be done in principle. »
Richard Feynman was pointing toward the potential of small-sized systems, a world where manipulating matter at the atomic scale could redefine science and technology.
Why “is there plenty of room at the bottom”?
Feynman titled his speech “There is plenty of room at the bottom”. Because at this scale, the established boundaries between physical and chemical processes involved interpenetrate.
New phenomena arise due to quantum effects and size limitations, creating unique opportunities for innovation in nanoscience molecular electronics.
Exploring and controlling the nanoscale
The elaboration, observation and the control of nanoscale objects (1-100 nanometers) represents a powerful opportunity for the conception of small-sized systems.
For example, to improve the capacity of data storage, one of the challenges of microelectronics is to reduce the size of components.
The shift to molecular electronics
Silicon-based microelectronics consist of building microscopic or nanoscopic devices from a solid foundation.
However, the physical boundaries of these processes are almost achieved and one of the possible solutions to face this issue is molecular electronics.
Indeed, this alternative solution utilizes conducting properties of certain organic molecules to connect electronic components.
This allows an absolute miniaturization size to the nanoscale and, generates an ever-growing interest among the scientific community.
How Leyton supports nanoscience and molecular electronics innovation?
At Leyton, we help innovative companies navigate funding opportunities for high-potential R&D projects.
If your work involves nanoscience, molecular electronics, or experimental electronics, you may qualify for valuable tax incentives.
Our team of experts can help you identify eligible work, compile the necessary documentation, and unlock savings. So you can keep pushing scientific boundaries.
