Direct observation of crystal degradation behaviour in porous crystals under low-dose electron diffraction conditions.

Published in: Chemical communications (Cambridge, England) (2023)

The quantification of electron beam damage in crystalline porous materials has been investigated under low-dose electron irradiation conditions. As a result of the systematic quantitative analysis of time-course changes in electron diffraction patterns, it was found that the unoccupied volume in the MOF crystal is a crucial factor for electron beam resistance.

Keyphrases

electron microscopy
low dose
solar cells
electron transfer
metal organic framework
oxidative stress
radiation therapy
crystal structure