Current Trends and Future Challenges of Electronic and Photonic Materials

Dear Colleagues,

Electronic and photonic materials are at the forefront of technological advancements, driving innovation in electronic and photonic devices that have become integral to our daily lives. In the field of electronic materials, there is a growing emphasis on the development of new semiconductor materials, such as organic and two-dimensional materials, to enable the next generation of high-speed, low-power electronic devices. Additionally, the integration of novel materials into electronic circuits and the exploration of new fabrication techniques are key trends in electronic materials research. Meanwhile, there is a rising interest in materials that can manipulate light at the nanoscale, enabling the development of compact and efficient photonic devices for communication, sensing, and imaging applications.

However, some problems prevent the development, like scalability, manufacturability, and sustainability. And researchers focus on overcoming fundamental material limitations to enable the development of new functionalities and applications.

This Special Issue will provide readers with up-to-date information on the recent progress and future challenges in the fields of electronic and photonic materials. All original research article or review papers are welcomed to contribute.

Prof. Dr. Haichang Zhang
Dr. Zhifeng Deng
Guest Editors

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