Impact of Electroplating to Surface-Enhancement Raman Spectroscopy (SERS)

Electrochemical deposition methods are increasingly being applied to advanced technology applications. The growing need for device miniaturization and enhanced performance, vastly improved control of the growth process is required, which in turn necessitates a better understanding of the fundamental phenomena involved. The formation of metallic porous film has received much interest in the past due to their high surface area and specific structural orientation which make them attractive for application such as catalysis and sensors. The film is fabricated through a variety of method including electroless deposition, electrodeposition and chemical vapour deposition. Electrochemical growth phenomena particular attention is devoted to alloy and compound formation, as well as surface-limited processes and understanding of electrochemical interfaces and electrodepositing on surface of the substrates to improve surface enhancement.