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Damien Maurin is a structural biologist whose work has advanced the field of high-throughput protein crystallography. His key research areas include structural genomics, protein crystallization, and the development of efficient methodologies for macromolecular structure determination. Maurin’s most notable contribution is his pioneering work on medium-throughput crystallization approaches, as demonstrated in his highly cited 2002 paper (80 citations), which established a two-step procedure combining robotic large-scale screening with manual or automated optimization of crystallization conditions. This seminal study, part of a medium-scale structural genomics program, provided clear evidence that such an integrated workflow could significantly accelerate the discovery of protein structures. By bridging the gap between fully automated high-throughput systems and traditional manual methods, Maurin’s approach has become a foundational strategy for structural genomics initiatives worldwide. His work has directly enabled more efficient protein structure determination, facilitating breakthroughs in understanding biological function and drug design. Maurin’s contributions continue to influence how researchers tackle the bottleneck of protein crystallization, making him a key figure in the evolution of modern structural biology.