Molecular Electronics

This book provides background on the theory and experimental methods of molecular electronics to those entering the field from other disciplines. A comprehensive text providing a thorough overview of molecular electronics, the book includes an introduction to quantum chemistry and quantum mechanics, nanoscale transport theory and models, and the engineering requirements for designing and building molecular-scale electronic systems. Molecular Electronics is a quickly developing area in the field of nanotechnology, and requires expertise in chemistry, physics, and engineering, and the book will be of interest to experts in all three fields.