Advances in Synthesis, Characterization, and Application of Thin Films

Dear Colleagues,

Thin films have a wide range of applications across various fields due to their unique properties, but their application is dependent on their composition, morphology, microstructure, etc. They find practical applications in electronics and optoelectronics, sensors, energy conversions, magnetic storages, and optical coatings. In recent years, significant progress has been made in the advancement of thin films, leading to the development of novel materials and devices. For this purpose, various thin film growth techniques are being used. These include magnetron sputtering (MS), molecular beam epitaxy (MBE), physical vapor deposition (PVD), metal–organic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD), and pulsed laser deposition (PLD), which have been developed and upgraded over the years.

The objective of this Special Issue is to gather high-quality articles that specifically concentrate on thin film materials, coatings, and devices as well as techniques of deposition. The aim is to explore the diverse range of functional films, including metallic, organic, inorganic, hybrid, and composite materials, with the goal of advancing various types of devices. These devices may include transistors, sensors, photodetectors, photovoltaic devices, and light-emitting devices.

Dr. Miłosz Grodzicki
Dr. Damian Wojcieszak
Dr. Michał Mazur
Guest Editors

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