Interactions of macromolecules with growing crystalline surfaces play an important role in
biomineralization, determine survival of some organisms at low temperatures, and offer a …

Many biomineral crystals form complex non-equilibrium shapes, often via transient
amorphous precursors. Also in vitro crystals can be grown with non-equilibrium …

Biomineral formation is critical to biological functions of living organisms. For this reason, the
synthesis of complex organic-inorganic composites that typify mineralized tissue such as …

Crystalline materials are crucial to the function of living organisms, in the shells of molluscs,,,
the matrix of bone, the teeth of sea urchins, and the exoskeletons of coccoliths. However …

In an industrial crystallization process, crystal shape strongly influences end-product quality
and functionality, as well as downstream processing. In addition, nucleation events, solvent …

Crystallization of l-cystine is a critical step in the pathogenesis of cystine kidney stones.
Treatments for this disease are somewhat effective but often lead to adverse side effects …

The use of growth modifiers in natural, biological, and synthetic crystallization is a ubiquitous
strategy for controlling growth and achieving desired physicochemical properties. For …

Kidney stones, aggregates of microcrystals, most commonly contain calcium oxalate
monohydrate (COM) as the primary constituent. The aggregation of COM microcrystals and …

The molecular recognition and interactions governing site-specific adsorption of growth
inhibitors on crystal surfaces can be tailored in order to control the anisotropic growth rates …

Mineral scale deposits, corrosion, suspended matter, and microbiological growth are factors
that must be controlled in industrial water systems. Research on understanding the …