Optical and Electrical Properties of Nanoscale Materials

Focusing on nanoscale materials, the book explores their optical and electrical properties, highlighting how unique characteristics arise from their electronic band structure. It begins with a review of essential optical and solid-state physics, then delves into the electronic band structure of solids and the impact of spin-orbit coupling on the valence band, crucial for understanding optical properties. Additionally, it discusses excitonic effects and their influence on optical absorption, providing a comprehensive understanding of these advanced materials.