Crystals and Life: A Personal Journey
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.29 (727 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0972077405 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 300 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-01-10 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Since crystallography is quintessentially a visual science, the illustrations play a very important role in providing an excellent set of landmarks to guide the reader on this personal journey of discovery.. The reader will find a tapestry filled by personal experiences, historical anecdotes, bibliographical snapshots of scientific heroes of the field, and crystallographic concepts illustrated with artistic analogies. All these elements create a concoction that makes crystallography accessible, comprehensible, intriguing, inspiring, and beautiful. The book is divided in sections covering: the basic elements of crystallography, novel technologies, practical applications, and future perspectives. The book introduces crystallography and the field and applications of structu
science and culture This delightful book, in the best tradition of science for the educated layman and humanities for the scientist, brings the world of crystals alive. It resonates! The author's amiable style and broad knowledge as a protein crystallographer and lover of culture combine to give grea. science and culture Diane V. Lloyd This delightful book, in the best tradition of science for the educated layman and humanities for the scientist, brings the world of crystals alive. It resonates! The author's amiable style and broad knowledge as a protein crystallographer and lover of culture combine to give grea
-- Alexander McPherson Prof., University of California , IrvineThose familiar with the field and immersed in its day-to-day aspects will see it from a different direction. Author aspires to communicate the discoveries and wonders of crystallography in a lively, inspirational and even poetic form. Hendrickson Prof., Columbia UniversityStudents will find relief from the dry instruction, professionals will delight in seeing illustrated their bond with the artistic tradition. -- Wayne A. -- Hans Deisenhofer Nobel Laurate