Solid Surfaces, Interfaces and Thin Films

Focusing on both experimental and theoretical dimensions, this book delves into surface, interface, and thin-film physics essential for modern technology. It covers preparation methods, structural properties, and adsorption fundamentals, with a strong emphasis on electronic states, semiconductor layers, and heterostructures. New topics include spin-orbit coupling effects and topological insulators, highlighting their relevance in spin electronics. Additionally, it introduces established experimental techniques like X-ray diffraction and reflection anisotropy spectroscopy in its latest edition.