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- noun A form of
epitaxy in which one kind ofcrystal is grown upon the surface of a different type
Etymologies
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hetero- + epitaxy
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Phillips was honored "in recognition of research accomplishments in thin-film heteroepitaxy, national/international leadership in materials science and contributions to help shape the MRS organization," in a paragraph released by the Society.
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