Illuminating defects in crystal clear colloidal assemblies

Nature Materials, Published online: 01 August 2024; doi:10.1038/s41563-024-01956-3

A method using low-refractive-index colloids and confocal laser scanning microscopy enables direct imaging and analysis of defects within colloidal crystals in water, providing real-time insights into crystallization processes and defect dynamics.Nature Materials, Published online: 01 August 2024; doi:10.1038/s41563-024-01956-3A method using low-refractive-index colloids and confocal laser scanning microscopy enables direct imaging and analysis of defects within colloidal crystals in water, providing real-time insights into crystallization processes and defect dynamics. Read More