{"product_id":"9783032288974","title":"The Physics of Semiconductors II Selected Topics and Applications","description":"\u003ch3\u003eGraduate Texts in Physics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch1\u003eThe Physics of Semiconductors II\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSelected Topics and Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMarius Grundmann\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eScience \/ Physics \/ Condensed Matter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5th Edition of this foundational textbook offers a comprehensive update on the principles and phenomena governing semiconductor physics and materials science, with a focus on contemporary research and advancements. Building on the success of previous editions, this book introduces essential concepts while incorporating cutting-edge topics and expanded discussions to reflect the latest developments in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eVolume II introduces new chapters and expanded content looking at advanced semiconductor device concepts and cutting-edge quantum technologies. This updated volume bridges foundational knowledge with modern advancements, offering insights into emerging trends and applications in electronics and quantum science.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eNewly added content includes a chapter on sensors, exploring temperature sensors, mechanical sensors (pressure, strain, MEMS), chemical sensors (gas, humidity, pH), and magnetic field sensors (Hall, magnetoresistive, GMR). Additionally, the new chapter on Quantum Technology covers topics such as quantum emitters (single photons, entangled photons), quantum random number generation, quantum sensors, quantum communication, and quantum computing.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eExpanded sections on electronic devices include analytical solutions for depletion layers, advances in low Isat Schottky diodes (e.g., W\/p-GaN), and thermal management in power diodes. Detailed discussions on subthreshold swing MOSFETs, applications in power electronics, and figures of merit (FOMs) provide practical insights into device performance and optimization.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWith its comprehensive coverage and emphasis on both established principles and emerging technologies, this volume is an essential resource for researchers, engineers, and students seeking to deepen their expertise in semiconductor devices and quantum applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProf. Dr. Marius Grundmann studied physics at the Technical University of Berlin, earning his doctoral degree in 1991 on the topic of heteroepitaxial growth of indium phosphide on silicon. Since then, he has worked extensively in the area of epitaxy and characterization of electronic and optical properties of semiconductor heterostructures and nanostructures. Since 2000 he has been Professor of experimental physics at the University of Leipzig and, since 2002, Director of the Felix Bloch Institute for Solid State Physics.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eGrundmann has been actively involved either as spokesman or coordinator in numerous international research projects. He has currently authored or co-authored over 600 peer-reviewed publications and 3 textbooks, having together over 35,000 citations.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 August 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpringer Nature Switzerland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpringer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9783032288974\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e754\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Springer Nature Switzerland","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49472465436812,"sku":"9783032288974","price":107.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/9783032288974.jpg?v=1781057921","url":"https:\/\/fh90cf-fv.myshopify.com\/products\/9783032288974","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}