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Method for forming semiconductor contact structure

US11195791B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 9, 2019
Grant dateDec 7, 2021
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Expiry dateJan 20, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L23/53252
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for forming a semiconductor contact structure is provided. The method includes depositing a dielectric layer over a substrate. The method also includes etching the dielectric layer to expose a sidewall of the dielectric layer and a top surface of the substrate. In addition, the method includes forming a silicide region in the substrate. The method also includes applying a plasma treatment to the sidewall of the dielectric layer and the top surface of the substrate to form a nitridation region adjacent to a periphery of the silicide region. The method further includes depositing an adhesion layer on the dielectric layer and the silicide region.

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