Metallic Nanobrushes Made using Ambient Droplet Sprays

An ambient solution-state method for making uniform nanobrushes composed of oriented 1D silver nanowires (NWs) with aspect ratios of 102–104 is reported. These structures are grown over cm2 areas on conducting surfaces. Assemblies of NWs form uniform nanobrush structures, which can capture micrometer-sized objects, such as bacteria and particulate matter. Variation in composition produces unique structures with catalytic properties. As a service to our authors and readers, this journal provides supporting information supplied by the authors. Such materials are peer reviewed and may be re-organized for online delivery, but are not copy-edited or typeset. Technical support issues arising from supporting information (other than missing files) should be addressed to the authors. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.