  We demonstrate a straightforward way to lithographically fabricate
Mn12-acetate (Mn12O12(CH3COO)16(H2O)4 2CH3COOH 4H2O) thin film patterns on
Si/SiO2 surfaces, a significant step in light of the chemical volatility of
this organic complex. Atomic force microscopy (AFM) images of the film patterns
allow the determination of the pattern dimensions. X-ray photoelectron
spectroscopy (XPS) data indicate that the patterned material is the intact
Mn12-acetate complex. Magnetic measurements of the Mn12-acetate film confirm
that the film properties are reminiscent of crystalline Mn12-acetate,
suggesting that this approach can be used to fabricate lithographically
patterned devices of Mn12-acetate.
