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Motivation

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The rapid evolution of semiconductor technology is fueled by an unending demand for better performance and more functionality at reduced manufacturing costs [1]. A new generation of thin, flexible electronics based on organic semiconductors arises [2].

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Zaki, T. (2015). Motivation. In: Short-Channel Organic Thin-Film Transistors. Springer Theses. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-18896-6_1

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