Thin films are grown by depositing tiny layers of materials onto a substrate. The growth process conditions significantly influence the microstructure of these films, which in turn influences their ...

Dendritic structures, or tree-like branching patterns that emerge during growth, pose a major challenge to large-area fabrication of thin-film devices, a key step toward commercial application. They ...

Linking structure and process in dendritic growth using persistent homology with energy analysis. Science and Technology of Advanced Materials: Methods , 2025; DOI: 10.1080/27660400.2025.2475735 ...

Kotsugi explains, “Our framework quantitatively maps dendritic morphology to Gibbs free energy variations, revealing energy gradients that drive branching behavior.” To validate their approach, the ...

The growth process conditions significantly influence the microstructure of these films, which in turn influences their function and performance. Dendritic structures, or tree-like branching ...

Here, we propose a mechanistic model in which dendrite growth and the organization of synapses arise from the interaction of activity-independent cues from potential synaptic partners and local ...

The challenge of dendrite growth is a formidable obstacle that leads to short circuits when charging lithium (Li)-metal batteries. Implementing patterns with various pit structures on Li metal proves ...

High voltages can affect materials by aging them, or if the voltage is high enough, it can experience dielectric breakdown. Also, the dynamics of dendrite growth at these higher voltages are under ...

Proper growth and branching of dendrites are crucial for adequate central nervous system (CNS) functioning. The neuronal dendritic geometry determines the mode and quality of information processing.

However, Li dendrites have limited the development of Li-metal batteries. Herein, the effects of tuning the porous separator microstructure (SM) for guiding Li dendrite growth and reviving dead Li are ...