Powder diffraction with X-rays and neutrons in Materials Chemistry

About this programme

The theory part repeats briefly principles of crystallography (description and analysis of crystal structures, symmetry, lattices and space groups) and principles of diffraction (single crystal and powder, nuclear and magnetic) and then focuses on the specifics of powder diffraction (background of patterns, peak positions and shape, indexing, intensity extraction, Rietveld refinement…). The project part deals with the application of powder diffraction to real problems (data sets). After completeing the course, the student should obtain a good understanding of the principles of diffraction and the application of diffraction techniques for phase and structural analysis of crystalline materials. The aim of the project part is to provide the student with tools and experience to independently perform advanced analysis of powder diffraction data. Course Coordinator Andrew Kentaro Inge, email: andrew.inge@su.se Chemistry Section & Student Affairs Office: chemistry@su.se To follow your passion. To be close to international career opportunities. To explore city and countryside. In Stockholm you can really get the best of both worlds. Here we explain all the different steps you need to go through when applying to a course or programme. Stockholm University arranges regular webinars and participates in educational fairs and events virtually and around the world to meet students and inform them about our study programmes. Every year Stockholm University welcomes thousands of international students from all over the world. Each bringing their own backpack full of experiences, ex