Research summary
Semiconductors have transformed virtually every aspect of our lives over the past few decades. Among them, a group known as third-generation group III-nitride compound semiconductors are at the frontier of many existing and emerging applications. Their unique properties make them ideal for semiconductor quantum light sources and semiconductor photocatalysts. (Photocatalysts are materials that change the rate of a chemical reaction on exposure to light.)
As Canada Research Chair in III-Nitride Compound Semiconductor Nanostructures and Devices, Dr. Sharif Sadaf is using group III-nitride nanostructures to develop semiconductor quantum devices and photocatalysts. He and his research team are developing quantum light sources and integrated photonics, which are key components for future technologies. They are also working on converting carbon dioxide and methane into value-added solar fuels. Sadaf’s research will pave the way for practical quantum technologies and help address energy and climate challenges by providing scalable solutions.