Advances in Epitaxial Thin Films: Materials and Applications

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue focuses on the latest advancements in epitaxial thin films grown using chemical methods. Epitaxial growth refers to the deposition of a crystalline thin film with a well-defined crystallographic orientation on a substrate. Chemical methods, such as metal-organic decomposition, chemical vapor deposition, sol-gel, and other related techniques, offer precise control over film growth, composition, and properties.

Topics covered in this Special Issue may include, but are not limited to:

1. Novel chemical methods for epitaxial thin film growth;
2. Advances in controlling film orientation and crystallographic properties;
3. Growth mechanisms and kinetics of epitaxial thin films;
4. Characterization techniques for evaluating epitaxial film quality;
5. Influence of growth parameters on film properties and performance;
6. Epitaxial thin films for electronic and optoelectronic applications;
7. Epitaxial thin films for energy storage and conversion;
8. Epitaxial thin films for catalysis and sensing applications;
9. Emerging materials and systems for epitaxial thin film growth;
10. Challenges and future directions in epitaxial thin film research;
11. Surface decoration with nanostructures.

This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the state of the art in epitaxial thin film growth using chemical methods, highlighting the latest research findings, technological advancements, and potential applications. Researchers and scientists working in the field of thin film deposition, materials science, and related disciplines are encouraged to contribute their original research articles, reviews, and perspectives to this Special Issue.

Dr. Mircea Nasui
Dr. Sonher (Mos) Ramona Bianca
Guest Editors

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