 Sergei V. Kalinin

Sergei V. Kalinin coauthored a theory separating the contrast mechanisms in piezoresponse force microscopy. Modeling a small tip above an anisotropic dielectric surface connects the local electric field, contact geometry and measured displacement. Electrostatic and electromechanical contributions can change with the imaging conditions, so the same apparent domain contrast can have different physical origins. The work establishes conditions needed to interpret the measurement as a quantitative probe of ferroelectric response.^[ref]

Sergei V. Kalinin is a prominent scientist known for his work in the field of materials science and nanotechnology. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of nanoscale phenomena and the development of advanced characterization techniques. His research often involves the use of scanning probe microscopy and other techniques to explore materials at the atomic and molecular levels. Kalinin has published numerous scientific papers and has been involved in various academic and research institutions, contributing to advancements in material properties and functionality.