Advances in Phosphor Materials
A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Optical and Photonic Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 June 2026 | Viewed by 11
Special Issue Editors
Interests: luminescent materials and nanomaterials (developing and characterizing luminescent materials, particularly those activated by lanthanide and transition metal ions, for applications in lighting and sensing technologies); luminescence thermometry (research on the luminescence-based temperature sensing, exploring materials and methods for accurate thermal measurements at the nanoscale); phosphor development (the synthesis and characterization of phosphors, including Cr3+ and Mn4+ red phosphors, and Mn5+ near infrared phosphor)
Interests: luminescence spectroscopy in inorganic solids; nanophosphors; scintillators; characterization of lumi-nescence materials by synchrotron-based methods
Interests: policrystalline electrochemical multifunctional coatings by plasma electrolytic oxidation of valve metals (microstructural analysis and functionalization for luminescence and optical sensing); optical properties of materials; theory and simulations of material properties
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The field of phosphor materials has evolved significantly in recent years, driven by the growing demand for efficient and versatile luminescent materials in a variety of technological applications. From lighting and display technologies to bio-imaging, sensing, and energy conversion, phosphor materials play a pivotal role in enabling innovations that address both industrial and societal needs. This Special Issue, entitled “Advances in Phosphor Materials,” aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in the synthesis, characterization, and application of phosphor materials.
Recent breakthroughs in material design, doping strategies, and fabrication techniques have resulted in phosphors with enhanced emission properties, improved thermal stability, and tunable optical characteristics. These advances have paved the way for next-generation devices that are more efficient, reliable, and environmentally friendly.
The contributions in this Special Issue highlight novel approaches to tailoring the chemical composition and structure of phosphors, as well as new insights into their luminescent mechanisms and practical performance.
We are pleased to present a diverse collection of original research articles and reviews from leading experts in the field. It is our hope that this Special Issue will serve as a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners, inspiring further exploration and innovation in the rapidly evolving landscape of phosphor materials.
Prof. Dr. Miroslav Dramicanin
Dr. Vladimir Pankratov
Dr. Aleksandar Ćirić
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- phosphors
- luminescence
- light sources
- transition metals
- lanthanides
- quantum dots
- organic emitters
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