Physics of the Solid State is an international peer-reviewed journal that presents the latest results in all areas of solid state physics including solid state optics, solid state acoustics, electronic and vibrational spectra, phase transitions, ferroelectricity, magnetism, and superconductivity. It also presents review papers on the most important problems in solid state physics. The journal welcomes manuscripts from all countries. PEER REVIEW Physics of the Solid State is a peer reviewed journal. We use a single blind peer review format. The average period from submission to first decision is 20 days. The average rejection rate for submitted manuscripts is 20%. The final decision on the acceptance of an article for publication is made by the Editorial Board. Any invited reviewer who feels unqualified or unable to review the manuscript due to the conflict of interests should promptly notify the editors and decline the invitation. Reviewers should formulate their statements clearly in a sound and reasoned way so that authors can use reviewer’s arguments to improve the manuscript. Personal criticism of the authors must be avoided. Reviewers should indicate in a review (i) any relevant published work that has not been cited by the authors, (ii) anything that has been reported in previous publications and not given appropriate reference or citation, (ii) any substantial similarity or overlap with any other manuscript (published or unpublished) of which they have personal knowledge. Presents the latest results from Russia’s leading researchers in condensed matter physics Includes all areas of solid state physics including solid state optics, solid state acoustics, electronic and vibrational spectra, phase transition, ferroelectricity, magnetism, and superconductivity Also offers review papers on the most important problems in solid state physics