International Centre for Diffraction Data

Muchas Gracias! ICDD was well-represented at IV-ELCr-Ec2026 in Ecuador - with our Executive Director Tom Blanton joined with past Members of the ICDD Board, Techical Co-chairs, and Members. Thank you to the organizers, staff, and attendees. https://sites.google.com/view/iveicrec2026/inicio

PDF-5+ is the world’s most comprehensive Powder Diffraction File™ (PDF®) database with 1,149,100+ entries! PDF-5+ includes 486,100+ inorganic and 667,100+ organic entries, so you have the data you need for all your phase identification needs. Purchase today at www.icdd.com/pdf-5 #chemsky

Executive Director Tom Blanton is representing ICDD at the IV-ELCr-Ec2026. https://sites.google.com/view/iveicrec2026/inicio #XRD # Cristlografia #nanomaterials

PDF-4/Minerals A specialized database bringing together mineralogical reference patterns for phase identification in geology, mining, and earth science applications. Learn more: www.icdd.com/pdf-4-minerals/ #Mineralogy #Geology #chemsky

InSession is going live today! There's still time to register. Join ICDD for "So, What's the Deal with Patents?" with Dr. Andy Drews from Ford Motor Company. Today, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET. Register now at www.icdd.com/in-session. #chemsky

Simulate 1D Diffraction Patterns from CIF Files - Generate a simulated 1D diffraction pattern directly from a CIF file, streamlining the path from crystal structure to reference pattern. www.icdd.com/new-capabilities/ #Crystallography #XRD #MaterialsScience

FREE FREE FREE - The session is FREE, runs for under an hour, and closes with a live Q&A. Here's your chance to learn from Dr. Andy Drews of Ford Motor Company. Sign Up Now - www.icdd.com/in-session #FreeWebinar #FordMotorCompany #IntellectualProperty

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0272884226042793 Hydroxyapatite (HAp) derived from marine biowaste offers a sustainable alternative to conventional calcium phosphate biomaterials. #Hydroxyapatite #Biomaterials #chemsky

Throwback to last week at MS&T - thanks for the great exhibit hall and conference - See where ICDD will be next here: https://www.icdd.com/events/ #MaterialsResearch #MaterialCharacterization #MaterialsScience

PDF-4/Axiom - A comprehensive inorganic materials database built for advanced phase identification and quantitative analysis in research and industrial laboratories. Learn more: www.icdd.com/pdf-4-axiom/ #XRD #MaterialsScience #Chemsky

One week from today! Join ICDD for October's InSession "So, What's the Deal with Patents?," with Dr. Andy Drews from Ford Motor Company. 21 October 2026, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET. Register today at www.icdd.com/in-session. #chemsky

Not sure which database is right for you? We’re here to help. Let us guide you to the right diffraction database for your research needs, applications, and budget. Find your perfect fit with ICDD today. Learn more at www.icdd.com/pdf-product-summary or contact us at sales@icdd.com. #chemsky

Cleaner PDF Entry Exports - PDF entries can now export directly as Adobe PDF files, plus a redesigned XML format for cleaner, browser-friendly viewing. www.icdd.com/new-capabilities/ #XRD #DataManagement #ResearchTools

https://ow.ly/ZQ6N50ZKHcf The ICDD has accepted the crystalline data of all six nanomaterials as new entries in our PDF® database. https://ow.ly/lOUf50ZKHcc

Today is the last day to apply for the 2027 Ludo Frevel Crystallography Scholarship! The 2027 scholarship awards will be $3,000 each and include a one-year subscription to the PDF-5+ 2027 database. Apply now! www.icdd.com/ludo-frevel-scholarship #chemsky

Learn about patents from Dr. Andy Drews - Ford Motor Company · Inventor on 40+ patents - www.icdd.com/in-session

Join ICDD at Crystal36-AXAA 2026, 29 Nov - 2 Dec in Adelaide Hills, South Australia. Register for ICDD's PDF-5+ and JADE® Pro Workshop happening 29 November, prior to the start of Crystal36-AXAA . Register at www.crystal36axaa2026.org/workshops #chemsky

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11694-026-04879-6 These findings demonstrate that the proposed XRD–chemometric approach is a rapid, non-destructive, and effective method for honey authentication. #XRDAnalysis #FoodSafety #chemsky

Join ICDD for October's InSession "So, What's the Deal with Patents?," with Dr. Andy Drews from Ford Motor Company. 21 October 2026, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET. Register today at www.icdd.com/in-session. #chemsky

September's PDF Entry of the Month: Pyridine Ethylenediamine Silicon Oxide 00-075-0906. This month includes a 3D structure, SAED and EBSD extensions, and more. Visit www.icdd.com/interactive-pdf and click the icons to explore the features this interactive PDF offers! #chemsky

Periodic Table Searches Just Got Faster - New bitmask fields dramatically speed up periodic table searches, cutting some search times from 17 seconds down to just 1. www.icdd.com/new-capabilities/ #PowderDiffraction #DataScience #XRD

Last week a dedicated group of experts and attendees hunkered down and learned all about Rietveld Refinement and Indexing. Many thanks to our great faculty - Dr. Blanton, Dr. Kaduk, Dr. Dosen, Dr. Reid, and Dr. Kabekkodu, and Justin Blanton. See you next year! www.icdd.com/rietveld

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0032579126013489 The process–structure relationships, microstructural damage, puncture-induced cracking, hatchability, and hemagglutination outcomes of chicken eggs processed using a 450 nm continuous-wave semiconductor laser. #chemsky

The application deadline for the 2027 Ludo Frevel Crystallography Scholarship is approaching! The 2027 Scholarship awards will be $3,000 each and include a one-year subscription to the PDF-5+ 2027 database. Applications close 8 October 2026. Apply today! www.icdd.com/ludo-frevel-scholarship #chemsky

Pin favorite searches to the top of the recent searches menu for quick, one-click access. A small workflow upgrade, big time savings. www.icdd.com/new-capabilities/ #XRD #Crystallography #ResearchTools

ICDD is pleased to introduce a new resource on icdd.com. This comprehensive overview covers the technique's fundamentals, from Bragg's Law and diffractometer geometry to phase identification, crystallinity, and structure refinement. See it at www.icdd.com/powderdiffraction #chemsky

ICDD will be at MS&T26 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 4 - 7 October 2026. Come see us at Booth #824. Learn more at www.matscitech.org/MST26 #chemsky

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0959652626019050 The growing concern around the sustainable management of floral waste has sparked significant interest among environmental researchers, policymakers, and eco-product developers. Elemental analyses (EDS/XRF) were conducted. #xrf

GOING LIVE TODAY! Join us for ICDD's September InSession, "New Features of the 2027 PDF® Database," today at 11:00 am ET. Register now! www.icdd.com/in-session/ #chemsky

It's the LAST DAY to register for ICDD's Rietveld & Refinement Indexing Course! To secure your spot, register by the end of the day today at www.icdd.com/rietveld/

ICDD will be at B-MRS 2026 in Curitiba, Brazil, 27 September - 1 October. Visit us at Estande: Nº 27. Learn more at www.sbpmat.org.br/24encontro/ #chemsky

https://fr.pensoft.net/article/192319/list/8 - ancient penguin bones can offer a glimpse into climate change #FossilResearch #Paleontology #Penguin #XRF

New in Release 2027: filter and explore PDF entries by mineral classification categories defined by the IMA (International Mineralogical Association). www.icdd.com/new-capabilities/ #PowderDiffraction #Mineralogy #XRD

It's the last week to register for ICDD's September InSession, "New Features of the 2027 PDF® Database," Wednesday 16 September 2026. Register today! www.icdd.com/in-session #chemsky

It's the LAST DAY to register for ICDD's Rietveld & Refinement Indexing Course! To secure your spot, register by the end of the day today at www.icdd.com/rietveld/

This practical review examines pXRF’s strengths and constraints through case studies. https://www.nature.com/articles/s40494-026-02499-3 - Portable XRF for paintings and metals authentication: a critical guide to some practical limitations and multi-technique integrations #XRFAnalysis #chemsky

Don't miss out on the upcoming Rietveld Course! To secure your spot, register by 7 September at www.icdd.com/rietveld/ #chemsky

ICDD's online process allows for easy uploading of your diffraction data & crystallographic details to be considered for publication in the Powder Diffraction File™ (PDF®). https://www.icdd.com/data-submission/ #chemsky #PowderDiffraction

ICDD is excited to announce that our 2027 products are now available for purchase! Release 2027 of the Powder Diffraction File™ (PDF®) contains 1,149,100+ material data sets. Learn more at www.icdd.com/pdf-product-summary and purchase today! #chemsky

Hands-on, not just theory, Real software exposure, Individual student-faculty interaction - https://www.icdd.com/rietveld/ Have a group of 3 or more attendees? Get an additional 10% off! #rietveld #structure #icdd #training

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/in-1982-a-metal-revealed-a-10-fold-structure-scientists-thought-was-impossible-and-ended-up-rewriting-crystal-science/articleshow/131137153.cms #quasicrystal #diffraction #symmetry

August's PDF Entry of the Month: Aluminum Iron Magnesium Silicate Hydroxide: 00-050-1625. This month includes a Raman entry, a 3D structure, SAED and EBSD extensions, and more. Visit www.icdd.com/interactive-pdf and click the icons to explore the features this interactive PDF offers! #chemsky

Catching up with a Ludo Frevel Scholarship Recipient - learn more about this opportunity here: https://www.icdd.com/ludo-frevel-scholarship/#apply #ICDD #LudoFrevelScholarship #ScientificResearch #MaterialScience

Coming soon! ICDD is excited to announce that our 2027 PDF® Products will be available next Tuesday, 1 September 2026! Take a look at the 2027 sales catalog for a sneak peek, or learn more at www.icdd.com/pdf-product-summary/ #chemsky

Hear it straight from our attendees on why you should attend ICDD's Rietveld Refinement & Indexing Course! We need at least 10 participants to make this event a success. Grab your chance now and join this exciting opportunity! www.icdd.com/rietveld/ #chemsky

https://journal.com.ph/warning-out-on-unauthorized-lipsticks-containing-mercury-impurities/ - Toxics watchdog group finds mercury up to 209 ppm in China-made lipsticks #ChemicalSafety #Mercury #Lipstick #CosmeticSafety

ICDD is now accepting applications for the 2027 Ludo Frevel Crystallography Scholarship! The 2027 Scholarship awards will be $2,500 each and include a one-year subscription to the PDF-5+ 2027 database. Apply today! www.icdd.com/ludo-frevel-scholarship #chemsky

Dr. Andy Drews presented "So, What's the Deal with Patents?" at the Denver X-ray Conference's Early Career Researchers Lunch. Now you can view it too! https://www.icdd.com/ecr/ #IntellectualProperty #chemsky #DXC2026

ICDD courses and workshops have high instructor-to-student ratio, a blend of lecture and hands-on sessions, and are taught by EXPERTS! https://www.icdd.com/icdd-education/ #MaterialsAnalysis #XRayDiffraction #chemsky

Join us for ICDD's September InSession, "New Features of the 2027 PDF® Database," Wednesday 16 September 2026. Registration is now open! www.icdd.com/in-session #chemsky