Small molecule crystallography past, present, and future: a career long review of chemical crystallography

This manuscript is an evaluation of the current state of small molecule crystallography using the author’s education and experiences as an example. It deals with the history of crystallography over the last 50 years, the author’s experiences and suggests areas of improvement for the future. The verification and publication of crystallographic data is highlighted.

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