Ba2NdGaSe5 is a quaternary chalcogenide semiconductor compound combining barium, neodymium, gallium, and selenium in a layered crystal structure. This is a research-phase material being investigated for infrared (IR) optoelectronic and nonlinear optical applications, where rare-earth doping and selenium-based semiconductors offer tunable bandgaps and enhanced light-matter interactions compared to conventional III-V semiconductors. The material belongs to the broader family of lanthanide chalcogenides, which are of interest for mid-to-far infrared detection, frequency conversion, and quantum optics where transparency beyond typical semiconductor ranges is needed.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.180 | eV | — |