@misc{EfremenkoLaroussiSengueletal., author = {Efremenko, Yulia and Laroussi, Arwa and Seng{\"u}l, Akant and Corley-Wiciak, Agnieszka Anna and Fischer, Inga Anita and Mirsky, Vladimir M.}, title = {Deposition of Polymers on Titanium Nitride Electrodes}, series = {Coatings}, volume = {14}, journal = {Coatings}, number = {2}, issn = {2079-6412}, doi = {10.3390/coatings14020215}, abstract = {The application of titanium nitride (TiN) as an electrode for electrochemical deposition or characterization requires the removal of an insulating layer from its surface. This process was studied and optimized, and the conditions for the complete removal of this layer through treatment with oxalic acid were formulated. The obtained TiN surfaces were used for the deposition of various conducting and non-conducting polymers. Two different approaches were applied: (i) in situ electrochemical synthesis of the main classes of conducting polymers, including polyaniline, polypyrrole, polythiophene, and selected derivatives thereof, and (ii) electrostatically driven layer-by-layer (LbL) deposition of multilayers of oppositely charged polyelectrolytes. The deposited polymers were characterized by electrochemical methods. The electrochemical properties of the deposited conducting polymers and their deposition on the TiN surface were comparable to those of the metallic electrodes. The films produced via LbL deposition exhibited a pronounced influence of the charge of the last deposited polymer on the redox reaction of ferri/ferrocyanide, validating the charge alteration with each successive polymer layer deposition. The studied deposition technologies can be used for the modification of TiN surfaces required in applications of this material in chemical sensors and other devices.}, language = {en} } @misc{HayatRatzkeAlvaradoChavarinetal., author = {Hayat, Ahsan and Ratzke, Markus and Alvarado Chavarin, Carlos and Z{\"o}llner, Marvin Hartwig and Corley-Wiciak, Agnieszka Anna and Schubert, Markus Andreas and Wenger, Christian and Fischer, Inga Anita}, title = {Structural and morphological properties of CeO2 films deposited by radio frequency magnetron sputtering for back-end-of-line integration}, series = {Thin Solid Films}, volume = {807}, journal = {Thin Solid Films}, issn = {0040-6090}, doi = {10.1016/j.tsf.2024.140547}, pages = {3}, language = {en} } @misc{MaiPeczekKrohetal., author = {Mai, Christian and Peczek, Anna and Kroh, Aleksandra and Jose, Josmy and Reiter, Sebastian and Wenger, Christian and Fischer, Inga Anita}, title = {Towards a CMOS compatible refractive index sensor: cointegration of TiN nanohole arrays and Ge photodetectors in a 200 mm wafer silicon technology}, series = {Optics Express}, volume = {32}, journal = {Optics Express}, number = {17}, publisher = {Optica Publishing Group}, issn = {1094-4087}, doi = {10.1364/OE.530081}, pages = {29099 -- 29111}, abstract = {In this work, we present the monolithic integration of a TiN nanohole array and a Ge photodetector towards a CMOS compatible fabrication of a refractive index sensor in a 200 mm wafer silicon technology. We developed a technology process that enables fabrication with high yields of around 90\%. Ge photodetectors with a Ge layer thickness of 450 nm and an area of 1600 µm2 (40 µm x 40 µm) show dark current densities of around 129 mA/cm2 and responsivities of 0.114 A/W measured by top illumination (TE polarization; λ = 1310 nm; angle of incidence = 14 °) at a reverse bias of 1 V. Nanohole arrays were structured in a 150 nm thick TiN layer. They were integrated into the back end of line and placed spatially close to the Ge photodetectors. After the metallization, passivation, and pad opening, the nanohole arrays were released with the help of an amorphous silicon stop layer. A significant impact of the TiN nanohole arrays on the optical behavior of the photodetector could be proven on the wafer level. Photocurrent measurements by top illumination confirm a strong dependence of optical properties on the polarization of the incident light and the nanohole array design. We demonstrate very stable photocurrents on the wafer level with a standard deviation of σ \< 6\%.}, language = {en} } @misc{PieperBehnkeDumkeetal., author = {Pieper, Dawid and Behnke, Eva-Maria and Dumke, Rieke and Kehr-Fuckel, Christel and Radow, Carolin and Schulze, Nils and Follmann, Markus and Schaefer, Corinna and Prill, Robert and Kopkow, Christian and Bahns, Carolin and Choi, Kyung-Eun (Anna) and Fischer, Lena}, title = {Awareness of adapting clinical practice guidelines to a local context}, series = {Clinical and public health guidelines}, volume = {2}, journal = {Clinical and public health guidelines}, number = {3}, publisher = {Wiley}, address = {Hobken, New Jersey}, issn = {2836-3973}, doi = {10.1002/gin2.70025}, pages = {1 -- 7}, abstract = {Background Guideline recommendations are often not implemented in practice. This can be attributed to factors such as patient preferences and characteristics, structural conditions, personnel or other resources, as well as cultural or ethical aspects. Adaptations to the local context (e.g., regional or hospital) result in so-called locally adapted guidelines (LAGL), which could improve implementation. We aimed to assess the awareness of LAGL among guideline developers in Germany. Methods An online survey was conducted via LimeSurvey in May 2024. The questionnaire, designed based on literature and expert opinions, consisted of 23 items, predominantly with dichotomous response options. Recruitment was conducted via email. Direct contact addresses were identified using the German guideline registry (n = 397). Additionally, a mailing list distribution was conducted through the guidelines working group of the German Network for Evidence-Based Medicine (n = 316). Only fully completed questionnaires were included in the analysis. Data cleaning and descriptive analysis were performed using Excel. Results A total of 63 questionnaires were fully completed. The most represented groups were physicians (65\%) and methodologists (24\%), most frequently in coordination (76\%) or as group members (62\%). The most judicious reasons for developing a LAGL were differences in patient populations (48\%), currency of recommendations (46\%), and patient values and preferences (44\%). The most commonly cited likely reasons for developing a LAGL were economic considerations (32\%), differences in patient populations (30\%), and currency of recommendations (30\%). Many respondents (59\%) were aware of the possibility of adapting existing guidelines to the local context. Among these, approximately half (49\%) had already locally adapted a guideline, with 75\% using an adaptation framework. Discussion LAGLs are known among guideline developers in Germany and are generally developed using adaptation frameworks. Potential reasons for preparing LAGLs are diverse, with some discrepancies between perceived valid and likely reasons. Highlights Over half (59\%) of surveyed clinical practice guideline (CPG) developers in Germany were aware of the possibility of adapting CPGs to local contexts, and nearly half of them had practical experience doing so. Although several adaptation frameworks exist, only 44\% of experienced adaptors were familiar with them, and among users, many found them only partly helpful. Differences in patient populations, outdated recommendations, and patient values were rated as the most valid reasons for local CPG adaptation, while economic factors were seen as the most likely driver in practice. Despite existing awareness, guideline adaptation to local settings remains underutilized and lacks structured implementation, highlighting the need for clearer definitions, better resources, and more practical examples.}, language = {en} } @misc{ReiterRatzkeNitschetal., author = {Reiter, Sebastian and Ratzke, Markus and Nitsch, Paul-Gregor and Mai, Christian and Spirito, Davide and Corley-Wiciak, Agnieszka Anna and Wenger, Christian and Fischer, Inga A.}, title = {Optical response of titanium nitride plasmonic nanohole arrays : impact of square and hexagonal array geometry, pitch, and nanohole diameter}, series = {Plasmonics}, volume = {20}, journal = {Plasmonics}, publisher = {Springer}, address = {New York, NY}, doi = {10.1007/s11468-025-02934-4}, pages = {8825 -- 8834}, abstract = {Plasmonic nanohole arrays (NHAs) exhibit extraordinary optical transmission (EOT) evoked by resonant excitation of surface plasmons at an excitation wavelength, which is highly sensitive to changes in refractive index in the surrounding dielectric. This can enable the use of plasmonic NHAs in on-chip refractive index sensors. Such sensors can be realized on the cost-effective silicon platform by the integration of a plasmonic NHA and a Ge photodetector, provided that complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS)-compatible materials are used for their fabrication. Titanium nitride (TiN) as a biocompatible and CMOS-compatible plasmonic transition metal nitride is well-suited for integration on the silicon platform; however, the comparatively large losses within the material require geometry optimization strategies in order to improve the optical properties of TiN NHAs for sensing. In this work, we investigated different TiN NHA geometries both in experiment and simulation. We extensively characterized square and hexagonal arrays with varying pitches and nanohole diameters and provide a detailed comparison of their optical properties. We also discuss characterization results for surface refractive index changes imposed by depositing a thin Al2O3 layer on top of the NHAs. While we do not observe a clear advantage of hexagonal arrays compared to square arrays for sensing, our results highlight the importance of geometry optimization for TiN NHAs integrated with devices.}, language = {en} }