journal article·2025-10Open access

Toward Advancement of Fabrication Techniques of Neuromorphic Computing Devices Based on 2D Materials

Shubham Umeshkumar Gupta, Malkeshkumar Patel, Naveen Kumar, László Pohl, Min‐Joon Park, Sung‐Min Youn, Chaewhan Jeong, Joondong Kim

Advanced Materials Technologies· Volume 10· Issue 20

Abstract

Abstract The growing necessity for power‐efficient and cognitive computation mechanisms has driven progress in neuromorphic computing which seeks to imitate the synaptic mechanisms underlying human brain functionality. The drawbacks of traditional computation paradigms which involve a large amount of power utilization and restricted data communication drive the quest for alternative materials and technologies. In this context, 2D materials have proven themselves an especially valuable class of materials for new‐generation neuromorphic devices because of their atomic thickness and distinct electronic attributes. The present review gives a detailed account of advanced techniques enabling the fabrication of neuromorphic devices using 2D materials with a focus on deposition methods and device engineering strategies to enhance synaptic functionalities for energy‐efficient signal processing. This article also explores the role of 2D materials in establishing effective synthetic synapses which are predominant in supporting key functions such as short‐term plasticity (STP) and long‐term plasticity (LTP). This article further addresses key fabrication challenges such as scalability, contact/interface issues, and variability, along with emerging solutions like atomic‐thickness control and heterostructure integration. Through a carefully designed roadmap, this article attempts to blend fabrication processes and 2D material's neuromorphic device physics hence presenting valuable insights in constructing brain inspired computational devices.
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Research context

OpenAlex topics: Advanced Memory and Neural Computing · Ferroelectric and Negative Capacitance Devices · 2D Materials and Applications

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Affiliations

Photoelectric and Energy Device Application Lab (PEDAL) Multidisciplinary Core Institute for Future Energies (MCIFE) 119 Academy Rd. Yeonsu Incheon 22012 Republic of Korea

Department of Electrical Engineering Incheon National University 119 Academy Rd., Yeonsu Incheon 22012 Republic of Korea

Department of Electron Devices Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Informatics Budapest University of Technology and Economics Műegyetem rkp. 3. Budapest H‐1111 Hungary

Energy and Nano Group Korea Institute of Industrial Technology Gwangju 61012 Republic of Korea

Department of Green Process and Energy System Engineering KITECH School, University of Science and Technology Daejeon 34113 Republic of Korea

Funding

National Research Foundation of Korea · Korea Institute of Industrial Technology

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