Semiconductor Nanocrystal Studies for Optoelectronic Applications
A special issue of Crystals (ISSN 2073-4352). This special issue belongs to the section "Inorganic Crystalline Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2024 | Viewed by 1319
Special Issue Editors
Interests: nanostructured optoelectronic materials and devices; III-V (nitride); high-speed semiconductor laser technology; nanocrystals; quantum dots; VCSEL; quantum well; LEDs
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Dear Colleagues,
The field of semiconductor nanocrystal studies has witnessed remarkable advancements in recent years, heralding a new era of possibilities for optoelectronic applications. Semiconductor nanocrystals, also known as quantum dots, possess unique size-dependent optical and electronic properties that can be precisely engineered by controlling their size, shape, and composition. These remarkable nanoscale crystals exhibit quantum confinement effects, enabling them to emit, absorb, and manipulate light with unprecedented efficiency and versatility. As a result, they hold immense potential for a wide range of optoelectronic applications, including, but not limited to, displays, lighting, solar cells, sensors, and biomedical imaging.
This Special Issue will feature cutting-edge research articles that delve into the fundamental aspects of nanocrystal synthesis, characterization techniques, and theoretical modeling, providing a solid foundation for advancing our understanding of their unique properties. Furthermore, it will explore the integration of nanocrystals into devices and showcase their performance in real-world applications, thereby bridging the gap between fundamental research and practical implementation.
It is anticipated that the findings presented in this Special Issue will not only contribute to the field of crystallography but also inspire new avenues of research and innovation, ultimately shaping the future of optoelectronics. Join us on this journey to unravel the mysteries of semiconductor nanocrystals and unlock their immense potential for revolutionizing the world of optoelectronics. Submit your groundbreaking research and insightful reviews to be part of this exciting Special Issue of the journal Crystals.
Prof. Dr. Hao-chung Kuo
Dr. Yu-Heng Hong
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- semiconductor nanocrystals
- nanostructured optoelectronics
- quantum dots
- light-emitting diodes
- organic photovoltaics
- perovskite light-emitting diodes
- optoelectronic devices
- quantum wells
