The Fascination of Crystals and Symmetry

Beyond the Google map and the Google spreadsheet the MOF Universe now has an interactive 3D companion. MOF Universe 3.0 renders all 444 research locations on a rotating globe with colour-coded pins, and a built-in search that flies you to any group. Click a marker to see the PI, institution, primary working field (if available), […]

In addition to my post yesterday, I discovered a fantastic tool for space group symmetry: Jmol Space Group Symmetry Visualiser Unlike my simple 2D drawings, all space groups can be displayed in 3D. And not just the symmetry elements and general position, but all Wyckoff positions! Truly remarkable! Example of the visualization of the space […]

I used the semester break to make some progress on the space group diagram project. Now another milestone has been reached: all space group diagrams of the trigonal crystal system (space groups no. 143 – 167) are complete! They are available as PNG, PDF, and PPT at: https://crystalsymmetry.wordpress.com/space-group-diagrams/ Enjoy!