Metals, Insulators, and Semiconductors

Allan Adams · 1:26:35

This foundational lecture establishes the electronic band theory crucial for understanding the behavior of metals, insulators, and semiconductors, setting the stage for subsequent material science topics.

X-Ray Diffraction

J. Michael McBride · 47:10

Building on electronic properties, this lecture introduces X-ray diffraction, a fundamental technique for experimentally determining the atomic and molecular structure of materials.

Seeing Bonds by Electron Difference Density

J. Michael McBride · 51:10

Extending X-ray diffraction, this lecture delves into electron difference density, providing a deeper understanding of chemical bonding and electron distribution within the material structures previously analyzed.

Physics of Computation and Lessons from the Early Days of Semiconductors

Carver Mead · 1:33:08

With a grasp of material structure and electronic behavior, this lecture explores the historical development and physical limits of semiconductor technology, linking fundamental physics to practical computation.

Nanophotonics and Metasurfaces for Advanced Sensing and Imaging

Justus Ndukaife · 50:12

Transitioning from traditional semiconductors, this lecture introduces nanophotonics and metasurfaces, showcasing how advanced material design enables novel optical sensing and imaging applications.