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Crystallographer

 
Background
Crystallographers study the structure of crystals and other solid materials by using techniques like X-ray diffraction and electron microscopy. They work in laboratories analyzing how atoms are arranged in materials, which helps scientists understand their properties and develop new materials. This knowledge is used in fields like medicine, electronics, and materials science.
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Publications
Acta CrystallographicaJournal of Applied Crystallography
Books
The Crystalline StateIntroduction to Crystal ChemistryCrystals and Crystal Structures
Key Figures
Dorothy HodgkinLinus PaulingRosalind FranklinMax Perutz
Classification
SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference548.8, 530.41For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
X-ray CrystallographerStructural CrystallographerCrystal Analyst
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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