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M. Clift is a leading figure in synchrotron science, whose work has been instrumental in advancing macromolecular and chemical crystallography. Their key contribution is the design and realization of the MX2 beamline at the Australian Synchrotron, a high-flux, in-vacuum undulator microfocus facility that has become a cornerstone for structural biology and chemistry in the region. This beamline delivers hard X-rays (4.8–21 keV) to a remarkably small focal spot of 22 × 12 µm, achieving a flux of 3.4 × 10¹² photons per second at 13 keV. The resulting high-throughput and precision have made MX2 indispensable for solving complex protein structures and small-molecule crystals, as reflected in its 543 citations. Clift’s work has directly enabled researchers to tackle challenging samples with unprecedented speed and resolution, cementing their reputation as a key architect of modern synchrotron capabilities. Their engineering and beamline development achievements continue to underpin a vast array of discoveries in structural biology and materials science.
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