Synthesis of a ZnO nanowire array within minutes

A ZnO nanowire array was successfully synthesized within 10 minutes, for the first time, through electrodeposition of a Zn nanocrystal coating followed by a microwave hydrothermal treatment, representing the cheapest and fastest route from aqueous solutions so far. This simple, economical, efficient, flexible and scalable method shows attractive prospects for industrial application.

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A ZnO nanowire array was synthesized within 10 minutes for the first time through electrodeposition of a Zn nanocrystal coating followed by a microwave hydrothermal treatment, offering the cheapest and fastest route from aqueous solutions so far. This simple, economical, efficient, flexible, and scalable method has promising prospects for industrial applications.