ACTA CRYSTALLOGRAPHICA SECTION C-STRUCTURAL CHEMISTRY
Scope & Guideline
Empowering Scholars with Essential Crystallographic Insights
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Crystal Structure Determination:
The journal emphasizes the detailed determination of crystal structures using techniques such as X-ray diffraction, electron diffraction, and powder diffraction, providing critical insights into molecular arrangements. - Supramolecular Chemistry:
Research on supramolecular interactions and assemblies is a core area, focusing on how non-covalent interactions lead to complex architectures and properties in materials. - Material Science Applications:
The journal covers the structural characterization of materials with potential applications in electronics, catalysis, and drug design, showcasing the relevance of crystallography in applied sciences. - Computational Chemistry and Modeling:
A significant focus is placed on computational approaches, including density functional theory (DFT) and molecular dynamics simulations, to predict and analyze structural and electronic properties. - Biological and Pharmaceutical Chemistry:
The journal publishes studies that explore the crystal structures of biologically active compounds, including drug candidates and their interactions, highlighting the importance of crystallography in medicinal chemistry.
Trending and Emerging
- MicroED and 3D Electron Diffraction:
The rise of micro electron diffraction (MicroED) techniques is evident, showcasing a trend towards utilizing advanced electron microscopy for structure determination of small crystals, including biological macromolecules. - Intermolecular Interactions and Non-Covalent Bonds:
There is an increasing focus on studying various types of non-covalent interactions, such as hydrogen bonding, halogen bonding, and π-π stacking, emphasizing their roles in stabilizing crystal structures and influencing properties. - Advanced Materials Characterization:
The journal is witnessing a surge in research related to the characterization of novel materials, including metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), coordination polymers, and organic-inorganic hybrids, reflecting a trend towards materials science. - Integration of Theoretical and Experimental Approaches:
A notable trend is the integration of theoretical modeling with experimental crystallography, enhancing the understanding of structure-property relationships and enabling predictions of crystal behavior. - Sustainability and Green Chemistry:
Emerging themes include the synthesis and characterization of materials with sustainable applications, such as catalysis and drug design, aligning with the global focus on environmentally friendly practices.
Declining or Waning
- Classic Coordination Chemistry:
There has been a noticeable reduction in papers focusing solely on classical coordination compounds and their structures, as research increasingly shifts towards more complex and multifunctional materials. - Traditional Organic Crystallography:
Studies that primarily report on organic crystal structures without significant new insights or applications are becoming less frequent, as the field evolves towards more interdisciplinary approaches. - Static Crystal Structures:
Research centered around static crystal structures, without considerations for dynamic behavior or interactions, is waning, possibly due to the growing interest in understanding structural dynamics and flexibility.
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