crystallographer

[/ˌkrɪs.təˈlɑː.ɡrə.fər/]
nounmasculine/femininepl: crystallographers
cristalógrafo
1. A scientist who studies the structure and properties of crystals using various analytical techniques
The crystallographer used X-ray diffraction to determine the structure of the protein.
O cristalógrafo utilizou difração de raios-X para determinar a estrutura da proteína.
2. A professional who analyzes crystal formation, growth, and molecular arrangement
As a crystallographer, she contributed significantly to the development of new materials.
Como cristalógrafa, ela contribuiu significativamente para o desenvolvimento de novos materiais.
Crystallography is a well-established scientific discipline in both Brazil and the USA, with crystallographers playing crucial roles in pharmaceutical development, materials science, and academic research. In Brazil, the field has grown significantly with major contributions from institutions like USP and UNICAMP. The term is primarily used in academic and professional scientific contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
crystal analyststructural analystcrystal scientist

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
cristalógrafo
Standard term used in academic and scientific contexts
Rio de Janeiro
cristalógrafo
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
cristalógrafo
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese; commonly used in UNICAMP and USP
Portugal
cristalógrafo
Same term used; well-established in Portuguese scientific community

Related Words

crystallographycrystalX-ray diffractionmolecular structuremineralogy

Related Idioms & Phrases

crystal clear (in the context of crystallographer's work revealing clear molecular structures)
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