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Neutron Crystallography Helps Solve Mystery of Ferryl Heme Compound I Structure

The controversy centres around a family of enzymes known as heme enzymes, due to the presence of a heme group in their active site. At the centre of the heme cofactor is an iron (Fe) atom, which becomes oxidised (ferryl) when a reacting heme is in an intermediate state called Compound I.

14 Jul 2014

Anticrystal Concept Offers New Approach to Understanding Materials

For the last century, the concept of crystals has been a mainstay of solid-state physics. Crystals are paragons of order; crystalline materials are defined by the repeating patterns their constituent atoms and molecules make.

9 Jul 2014

Simple, Direct Study of Crystals Inside Cells Performed Using X-Ray Analysis

Anyone involved in macromolecular crystallography will know that for many years scientists have had to rely on a multi-stage process utilizing protein, usually expressed in engineered cells, which is then extracted and purified before crystallization in vitro and finally prepared for analysis.

4 Jun 2014

BBSRC, MRC and Wellcome Trust Contribute Funds for the European X-ray Free Electron Lasers Project

The UK's structural biology community will have access to the most advanced crystallography technology in the world thanks to a £5.64M investment from UK research funders.

3 Jun 2014

Tiny Crystals Leap Violently When Exposed to UV Light

Landmark study opens doors to further studies into chemical modification of materials for alternative energy conversion

3 Jun 2014

New Findings Could Help Explain Magnetic and Electronic Behavior of Crystals

Analysis of a manganese-based crystal by scientists at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has produced the first clear picture of its molecular structure. The findings could help explain the magnetic and electronic behavior of the whole family of crystals, many of which have potential for use in batteries.

26 May 2014

Zecotek Photonics Enhances LFS Scintillation Crystal Array Manufacturing Process

Zecotek Photonics Inc., a developer of leading-edge photonics technologies for medical, industrial and scientific markets, today announced it has enhanced the LFS scintillation crystal array manufacturing and assembling process resulting in a more flexible production output at a significantly improved price point.

9 May 2014

University of the Witwatersrand Use Nikon Metrology Micro-CT Scanner on Latest Research Project

The University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg is using a Nikon Metrology micro-CT scanner in its Palaeosciences Centre.

From Nikon Metrology 28 Apr 2014

Lake Shore to Showcase Its Range of Cryogenic Probe Stations at MRS Spring

Lake Shore Cryotronics, a leading innovator in solutions for measurement over a wide range of temperature and magnetic field conditions, announced today that it will showcase cryogenic probe stations and discuss its new fully integrated system for terahertz (THz) materials characterization at the upcoming MRS Spring Meeting & Exhibit in San Francisco, Calif.

From Lake Shore Cryotronics Inc. 14 Apr 2014

NSF Honors Johns Hopkins Material Scientist with CAREER Award

Tim Mueller, a Johns Hopkins University assistant professor of materials science and engineering, has been selected by the National Science Foundation to receive its prestigious CAREER Award, which recognizes the highest level of excellence and promise in early-stage scholars. His faculty appointment is within the university’s Whiting School of Engineering.

11 Mar 2014

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Crystallography News

Neutron Crystallography Helps Solve Mystery of Ferryl Heme Compound I Structure

Anticrystal Concept Offers New Approach to Understanding Materials

Simple, Direct Study of Crystals Inside Cells Performed Using X-Ray Analysis

BBSRC, MRC and Wellcome Trust Contribute Funds for the European X-ray Free Electron Lasers Project

Tiny Crystals Leap Violently When Exposed to UV Light

New Findings Could Help Explain Magnetic and Electronic Behavior of Crystals

Zecotek Photonics Enhances LFS Scintillation Crystal Array Manufacturing Process

University of the Witwatersrand Use Nikon Metrology Micro-CT Scanner on Latest Research Project

Lake Shore to Showcase Its Range of Cryogenic Probe Stations at MRS Spring

NSF Honors Johns Hopkins Material Scientist with CAREER Award

Multi-User Facilities: Effectively Supporting Research Goals Across Academia and Industry

What are the Benefits of Single-Crystal Sapphire?

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

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Characterizing Li-Ion Battery Components Using FIB-SEM Tomography

Developing Bioactive Cell Culture Materials with Plasma Treatment

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Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Crystallography News

Multi-User Facilities: Effectively Supporting Research Goals Across Academia and Industry

What are the Benefits of Single-Crystal Sapphire?

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

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