Oxygen-terminated hexagonal diamond (001) surfaces for nitrogen-vacancy based quantum sensors

Key Points

• Oxygen-terminated hexagonal diamond surfaces enhance the performance of nitrogen-vacancy based quantum sensors,
• Research demonstrates a significant increase in sensor sensitivity and stability, with metrics indicating a clearer signal response.
• Analytical techniques show how oxygen termination positively influences the electronic environment of diamond surfaces,
• Findings highlight the potential for practical applications in various fields, inviting further exploration of diamond surface treatments.