Advances in Programmable Control of Ostwald Ripening for Tailoring Material Properties: Challenges, Applications, and Future Perspectives

During the past decade, enlightened by the better understanding of the mechanism of Ostwald ripening (OR), programmable control of OR process have gained popularity in the fields from nanocrystals to bulk materials in virtue of its important on regulating the structural and chem-physical properties. In this perspective, we systematically summarize the up-to date advanced applications of OR process involved in nanomaterials and bulk material properties. The potential challenges and perspectives for further research are highlighted. We envision that such research directions will be a base for future work and have a bright future especially for material science.