Synthesis, Structure and Property Analysis of Crystalline Layers

Dear Colleagues,

The aim of this Special Issue is to stimulate scientific exchange of knowledge among scientists and engineers working in the fields of crystal growth, crystal engineering, and the application of crystalline materials in industry.

We cordially invite you to publish the latest scientific results, both theoretical and experimental concerning nucleation and growth kinetics of metals, semiconductors, superconductors, and magnetic materials, both in the form of single crystals and in the form of thin polycrystalline layers.

Recent achievements in the field of synthesis and growth of monocrystalline and polycrystalline materials have opened their possibilities for many existing and prospective applications, including optics and electronics, as well as biomedicine, quantum computing, etc. Therefore, they are important materials with a strategic future for both basic model research in the field of solid state physics and chemistry and engineering applications.

We invite researchers to contribute to the Crystals Special Issue on “Synthesis, Structure, and Property Analysis of Crystalline Layers”, which is intended to serve as a multidisciplinary forum covering broad aspects of the science, technology, and application of a broad range of crystalline materials.

The Special Issue will cover (but not be restricted) to the following topics:

• Methods of synthesis of crystalline materials;
• Characterization methods (optical, electrical, structural, mechanical, etc.);
• Tailoring to their end application as chemo- and bio-sensors, transducers, optical elements, electronic devices, etc.;
• Smart materials and systems.

It is a great honor to invite you to submit a manuscript for this Special Issue. Full papers, communications, and reviews are welcome.

Prof. Dr. Yuriy Zorenko
Prof. Kazimierz Fabisiak
Prof. Kazimierz Paprocki
Prof. Szymon Łoś
Guest Editors

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