Overview
This course is designed for experienced users of the Bruker D8 QUEST or D8 VENTURE systems for X-ray crystal structure determination (chemical crystallography). The course includes instruction and lab time. The training is in English, so participants should have strong English skills.
This course covers the following:
- Discussion of data collection techniques and strategies for difficult problems
- Small or weakly diffracting samples
- Unstable or air-sensitive samples
- Twinned crystals
- Hands-on use of a Bruker single crystal diffraction system with low-temperature device
- Structure determination with APEX5 software suite for challenging samples: disorder and twinning
- Data collection strategies
- Advanced data integration and analysis techniques
- Advanced structure determination and refinement techniques
- Routine maintenance of software and hardware
- Students are encouraged to bring his/her own samples and problem data
Dates:
- July 15 - 17, 2025 – English | on-site in Karlsruhe
- November 18 - 20, 2025 – English | on-site in Karlsruhe
Location:
Further Information
Location
Language
English
Class size
Training should not precede the installation of the system concerned.
Class sizes are limited, so that each participant receives individual attention and participates in all hands-on activities. Early registration is encouraged as registrations are accepted on a first-come/first-served basis.
Attendance fee
For courses taking place at our Karlsruhe facility, the course price includes course materials, lunch, and refreshments. Travel and accommodation are not included.
For remote courses, the fee includes 1 hour of remote follow-up support (to be used within 1 month after completion of the course).
Cancellation
Registrations cancelled within 10 working days prior to the start of the course are subject to a cancellation fee of 30 %. Registered persons not attending the course without having given prior notice will be fully charged. We reserve the right to cancel a course if there are less than three registrants by the registration deadline.
Contact
For further information about the course content, please contact:
Tobias Stürzer
Application Scientist SC-XRD
For information about price, registration, or other questions:
Evi Breitinger
For a quotation, please contact: