Diffusion–reaction competition governs zinc electrodeposition in three-dimensional carbon scaffolds

Journal of Materials Chemistry A 2026

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Authors: Qingyang Yin, Faith Ann Brookshire, Zheng Chen
DOI: 10.1039/d5ta08999a
Cited by: 1
References: 25

Abstract

We identify diffusion–reaction competition governing Zn deposition in 3D carbon scaffolds. Nanoporous, high specific surface area carbons enhance ion transport, shifting deposition to a diffusion-dominated regime and enabling bottom-up Zn growth.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Electrocatalysts for Energy Conversion CO2 Reduction Techniques and Catalysts Ammonia Synthesis and Nitrogen Reduction

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Materials Chemistry A
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
14
Issue
11
Pages
6296–6303
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN