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Unlocking the Secrets of Optical Materials: A Conversation with Anna Krawczuk

In the world of materials science, understanding structure-property relationships is key to designing innovative materials with enhanced optical and electronic properties. Dr. Anna Krawczuk, a junior Professor at Göttingen University, is at the forefront of this pursuit, combining experimental and theoretical approaches in quantum crystallography. Recently, she has been leveraging a one-of-a-kind setup that integrates an Excillum MetalJet X-ray source, a Bruker goniometer, and a DECTRIS detector. In this interview, she shares insights into her research and how this unique instrumentation has t

The 109th Anniversary of Max Perutz's Birth

May 19, 2023 was the 109th anniversary of Max Perutz’s birth. Who was he, and how did he contribute to identifying the first protein using X-rays?

Quick Guide to Micro-Electron Diffraction

MicroED and standard Electron Diffraction (ED) techniques make similar use of the resolving power of electrons, but with unique differences.

Crystallography: the Nobel science

With over 30 Nobel Prizes to its credit, what makes crystallography so successful? These seven stories will make the answer crystal clear.