Discusses metal-semiconductor junctions, their historical context, thermodynamic equilibrium, and the principles governing their operation in semiconductor technology.
Covers the significance of surface properties in semiconductors and nanomaterials, including surface energy, reconstruction, and the effects of surface states on electronic behavior.
Discusses the principles of pn junctions and heterostructures in semiconductor physics, focusing on their electrical characteristics and practical applications.
Provides an overview of light-matter interactions and their implications for optical detectors, including absorption, emission, and the characteristics of various semiconductor materials.