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Deep submicron MOSFETs with ultra shallow LDD junctions display a new mode of degradation previously not observed. The evolution of the substrate current with hot carrier stress is identified as a sensitive parameter for the degradation of ultra-shallow LDD devices. The cause for this new degradation mode is due to the fact that the oxide damage created during stress affects the field and current...