CRC 1459 - C07: Dynamic redox switching in molecular junctions: Intelligent interfaces for neuromorphic computing

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In this project, we aim to implement neuromorphic architectures at the molecular level by self-assembly of redox-active switches in molecular conductance junctions. Coupling of multiple processes with different kinetics can induce feedback pathways and dynamic switching, leading to hysteretic negative differential resistance, synaptic behaviour, and Pavlovian learning. Several challenges are addressed in this project, including scalable and robust formation of molecular conductance junctions, chemical diversification and tuning of dynamic switching properties, exploration of more diverse feedback mechanisms and different learning/adaptation paradigms, and development of rational design principles and theoretical frameworks.