Probing electrochemical functionality on the nanoscale via current detection approaches

This thesis considers probing of local functionalities and the electrochemistry governing such properties through highly localised current detection methods.<br><br>Investigation covers characterisation of both material properties and chemical structure together with modification of these properties through electrochemical means.

Three different material systems are investigated; a lithium-ion conducting glass-ceramic, used in electrochemical cells as an electrolyte or stabilising interface; thin film cerium oxide (CeO2), a material that has several important applications relying on its electrochemical activity including catalysis and solid fuel cell components; and proton-exchanged congruent lithium niobate, which has applications in non-linear optics and wave-guiding technologies.