Nano-electronics and spintronics with nanoparticles

Abstract

We review the current research on nanodevices with nanoparticles which present unique challenges in both the realization of well-controlled interfaces at the nanoscale and the ability to adequately characterize their electrical properties. In particular, we discuss the fabrication and electrical characterization of such nanodevices with special attention to devices based on metal and magnetic nanoparticles.