A structure for the n-type contact layer in the GaN-based MQW LEDs is provided. Instead of using Si-doped GaN as commonly found in conventional GaN-based MQW LEDs, the n-type contact layer provided by the present invention achieves high doping density (11019 cm-3) and low resistivity through a superlattice structure combining two types of materials, AlmInnGa1-m-nN and AlpInqGa1-p-qN (0m,n1, 0p,q1, p+q1, mp), each having its specific composition and doping density. In addition, by controlling the composition of Al, In, and Ga in the two materials, the n-type contact layer would have a compatible lattice constant with the substrate and the epitaxial structure of the GaN-based MQW LEDs. This n-type contact layer, therefore, would not chap from the heavy Si doping, have a superior quality, and reduce the difficulties of forming n-type ohmic contact electrode. In turn, the GaN-based MQW LEDs would require a lower operation voltage.

 
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