Semiconductor detectors offer unique capabilities, higher resolution, and better performance. This book describes all aspects of radiation detection and measurement that use compound semiconductors, including crystal growth, detector fabrication, and spectroscopic performance. A comprehensive reference source for researchers in various disciplines as well as graduate students in specialized courses, the text outlines the potential and limitations of semiconductor detectors. The author covers growth techniques, detector fabrication, contacting systems, current radiation detection systems, and performance improvements.