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Holger von Wenckstern is a Professor at the University of Leipzig's Faculty of Physics and Earth Sciences, specifically affiliated with the Institute of Experimental Physics. His research focuses on oxide semiconductors, transparent electronics, and advanced thin film materials. He has established himself as a leading researcher in the field of wide bandgap semiconductors, particularly gallium oxide and related materials systems.
Professor von Wenckstern's primary research interests center around oxide semiconductors, with particular emphasis on gallium oxide (Ga2O3) in various crystalline phases including α, β, and κ structures. His work spans fundamental materials science to device implementation, with significant contributions to pulsed-laser deposition techniques, combinatorial material synthesis, and defect spectroscopy in oxide materials. His research group has pioneered methods for growing high-quality oxide thin films and heterostructures, with applications in transparent electronics, power devices, and optoelectronics.
Analysis of his recent publications reveals a clear progression in his research focus from fundamental material properties toward practical device implementation. His work has evolved from studying basic properties of ZnO and related oxides to advanced Ga2O3-based systems with ultrawide bandgaps. The research shows increasing emphasis on heterostructure engineering, doping control, and device fabrication, particularly for power electronics applications. His group has made significant contributions to understanding defect physics in these materials and developing strategies for defect engineering to improve electronic properties.
Professor von Wenckstern has established strong collaborative networks across Europe and internationally, working with researchers in Germany, Switzerland, Japan, and other countries. His work bridges fundamental materials science with practical electronic device applications, positioning him at the forefront of the rapidly developing field of ultrawide bandgap semiconductors.
