Database info

The ICSD contains known inorganic crystal structures, including pure elements, minerals metals and intermetallic compounds, published since 1913. Experimental inorganic and metal-organic structures are included, as well as theoretical inorganic structures. To be included in the database, structures have to be fully characterised, the atomic coordinates have to be either determined or they can be derived from a known structure type, and the composition has to be fully specified.

For more in depth background information, please refer to the scientific manual.

Note that access to the ICSD is provided through a local server at the Radboud University Nijmegen. The UM does not have access directly through FIZ Karlsruhe.

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