What type of semiconductor technology did Akasaki specialize in?
Gallium Nitride based
Silicon based
Germanium based
Graphene based
Answer
Gallium Nitride (GaN)-based semiconductors were Akasaki's area of expertise. GaN semiconductors possess unique properties that make them suitable for high-power, high-frequency electronic devices. Akasaki's pioneering work in this field laid the groundwork for the development of energy-efficient lighting sources, such as blue LEDs and lasers, which have revolutionized lighting technology.
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