Quantum Transport Review for Nanoscale Energy Management
Physicists’ Review Paper on Quantum Transport Could Pave the Way to Improved Energy Management at the Nanoscale
Tags: Singapore University of Technology and Design, Singapore, Computing Technology, Energy & Environment
Researchers from SUTD, in collaboration with Instituto de Física da Universidade de São Paulo and Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf, published a comprehensive review on quantum transport to guide innovation in energy management at the nanoscale. This work organizes complex quantum transport data, aiming to make the field more accessible to new researchers while helping established scientists identify key challenges and strategies. Applications include developing advanced nanoelectronics like thermal diodes, leveraging quantum mechanics for sustainable energy solutions. The review highlights nanoscopic systems and discusses the pros and cons of various modeling methods and theoretical approaches. This accessible resource fosters further research, ultimately supporting nanoscale energy control for sustainable technologies.
IP Type or Form Factor: Discovery & Research
TRL: 1 - basic research with defined needs
Industry or Tech Area: Quantum Computing & Communication; Energy Efficiency
