Organisms use gene and cell engineering to tailor the mineralization process and
synthesize structure composites with special functions and favorable properties. This spurs …

Interactions between molecular modifiers and crystal surfaces govern numerous processes
and structural outcomes of natural, biological, and synthetic crystallization. An efficient …

Binary drug combination usually targets different pathways to achieve cooperative therapy,
but the exploitation of synergistic cooperativity between crystal growth modifiers that bind to …

Crystals with an acicular shape are a “nightmare” to many chemical engineers due to their
poor powder properties, posing numerous challenges in purification, filtration, washing, and …

Biomineralization is an important strategy for constructing mineral materials with excellent
structure and properties. Organic biominerals exquisitely manipulate light, whereas …

Many spectacular optical phenomena in animals are produced by reflective assemblies of
guanine crystals. The crystals comprise planar H-bonded layers of π-stacked molecules with …

Conventional solid oral dosage form development is not typically challenged by reliance on
an amorphous drug substance as a direct ingredient in the drug product, as this may result …

When the biological environment deviates from a narrow range of internal balance, some
substances are crystallized in body fluids and adhere to the surface of human tissues. It …

Device-level implementation of soft materials for energy conversion and thermal
management demands a comprehensive understanding of their thermal conductivity and …

Organic solvents host the synthesis of high-value crystals used as pharmaceuticals and
optical devices, among other applications. A knowledge gap persists on how replacing the …