Sparse Au nanoparticle arrays modulate Zn nucleation pathways and ion transport: a mechanistic approach to dendrite-free aqueous battery cycling

Journal of Materials Chemistry A 2026 Open access

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Authors: Seungil Lee, Pedro Oliveira, Mehdi Shamekhi, Raaja Rajeshwari Manickam, Woo Young Kim, Jong Hyun Lim, Ayse Z. Turak
DOI: 10.1039/d5ta08137h
Cited by: 1
References: 67

Abstract

Sparse Au nanoparticle arrays define a new interface paradigm, where engineered sparsity simultaneously controls nucleation, electric fields, ion transport, and side reactions, enabling dendrite-free, ultra-long-life Zn cycling with minimal Au use.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Advanced battery technologies research Electrocatalysts for Energy Conversion Advanced Battery Materials and Technologies

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Materials Chemistry A
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
14
Issue
20
Pages
11975–11986
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN