➀ A breakthrough in decoding the growth process of Hexagonal Boron Nitride (hBN) opens new possibilities for more efficient electronics, cleaner energy solutions, and greener chemical manufacturing; ➁ The research at the University of Surrey involves mapping the growth process of hBN using density functional theory and microkinetic modelling; ➂ The findings pave the way for controlled, high-quality production of hBN with specific designs and functionality.