Novel Photoelectric Materials and Their Photophysical Processes

Dear Colleagues,

In the ever-evolving field of renewable energy, the search for efficient and sustainable photoelectric materials and devices remains the most important research priority. The theme of this Special Issue is "Novel Photoelectric Materials and Their Photophysical Processes", which aims to bring together cutting-edge research and insights in this dynamic field to meet the urgent need for advancing photovoltaic technologies for a greener future.

Harnessing light–matter interactions for advanced materials and devices have been at the core of scientific and technological developments. From photovoltaics (PVs) to photodetectors (PDs), and light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to laser diodes (LDs), the field of optoelectronics plays an integral role in shaping the future of modern technology. As the world seeks cleaner energy sources, faster data processing, and more sensitive sensors, the demand for novel optoelectronic materials and devices becomes stronger.

The aim of this Special Issue is to provide an outstanding platform for researchers, scientists, and engineers to present their pioneering work in the field of photoelectric materials and devices. This Special Issue accepts research or review articles with the overall objective including but not limited to the following diverse topics:

1. Novel material synthesis: to explore the development of novel photoactive materials, perovskite, quantum dots, 2D materials, inorganic semiconductors, organic semiconductors, etc., with a focus on synthesis techniques, material characterization, and device integration.
2. Creative device design: advance the design and engineering of photoelectric devices, such as PDs, PVs, LEDs, and LDs, to improve performance, efficiency, and multifunctionality.
3. Photophysical processes: in-depth studies of the complex mechanisms of light–matter interactions, charge transport, exciton dynamics, and energy transfer processes, to optimize device performance.
4. Innovative applications: developing broader optoelectronics applications, from renewable energy generation and energy-efficient applications to data communications, healthcare, and quantum information processing.

Contributing to this Special Issue provides an excellent opportunity for authors to share their transformative research results with peers and professionals worldwide. It also fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, as the world of optoelectronics incorporates materials science, physics, chemistry, and engineering. Here, we invite researchers to contribute to this Special Issue to advance our continuing development in photoelectric materials and devices.

Sincerely,

Dr. Xianshao Zou
Dr. Wenping Yin
Guest Editors

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• optoelectronics
• crystal structure
• energy
• perovskite
• semiconductor
• polymer
• ultrafast spectroscopy
• photon–matter interaction
• photophysics and photochemistry
• charge carrier dynamics.