Spatial and Temporal Control of Nucleation by Localized DC Electric Field

Nucleation in solution is a stochastic phenomenon and thus difficult to control. We present here an in situ investigation of the control of spatial and temporal localization on the nucleation event, using two approaches. We show how creating localized fields and fluxes and/or preventing convection lead to effective control. Thus, we will be able to explore the formation and the structure of critical nuclei and unravel the mechanisms of nucleation.