Materials and Devices Grown via Molecular Beam Epitaxy

Dear Colleagues,

Molecular beam epitaxy (MBE) is a highly advanced deposition technique renowned for its capacity to produce high-quality thin films. Its unique capability to precisely control deposition processes at the atomic level empowers researchers to push the boundaries of material science, enabling unparalleled exploration of physical properties and phenomena. While MBE has effectively served its purpose for decades, ongoing progress is characterized by the continuous development of innovative materials, novel structures, as well as advanced growth techniques and characterization methods.

The aim of this Special Issue, focused on "Materials and Devices Fabricated via Molecular Beam Epitaxy," is to assemble and showcase the wealth of innovative concepts involving novel structures, pioneering growth techniques, device physics and characterisation methods that have been realized through the application of molecular beam epitaxy. We warmly welcome the submission of both research articles and review articles. All submitted manuscripts will undergo standard journal peer-review procedures, and those accepted for publication will be featured in this Special Issue.

Dr. Daqian Guo
Dr. Wuyang Ren
Prof. Dr. Thorsten Hesjedal
Guest Editors

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