• Nwanya, Assumpta C.
• Getaneh, Seyoum A.
• Temam, Abdudin Geremu
• Ejikeme, Paul M.
• Ezema, Fabian I.

Abstract

<jats:p> Two-dimensional (2D) molybdenum disulphide (MoS<jats:sub>2</jats:sub>) stands out with its unique tunable bandgap and optoelectronic properties, making it a prime focus in transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) research. It has wide-ranging applications in energy storage, electronics, optoelectronics and high-performance sensing materials. Synthesis methods fall into top-down (chemical, mechanical and liquid-phase exfoliation) and bottom-up (physical vapour deposition, chemical layer deposition, atomic layer deposition and solvothermal/hydrothermal) categories. Choosing the right synthesis method is pivotal as it significantly impacts the material's properties and application potential. 2D MoS<jats:sub>2</jats:sub>, owing to its natural abundance, adaptability, adjustable bandgap and high surface-to-volume ratio, finds utility in various domains like energy storage, catalysis, composite and sensors. This review delves into recent progress, challenges and future prospects in 2D MoS<jats:sub>2</jats:sub> synthesis and applications. </jats:p>

Topics

• impedance spectroscopy
• surface
• molybdenum
• phase
• composite
• two-dimensional
• atomic layer deposition