Roberto Alonso‐Mori
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Roberto Alonso‐Mori is a leading figure in structural biology and X-ray science, recognized for pioneering methods that enable transformative studies of radiation-sensitive samples. His research centers on developing advanced sample-delivery and data-collection techniques for microfocus synchrotron and X-ray free-electron laser (XFEL) beamlines. A key contribution is the introduction of high-density grids for mounting multiple small crystals, dramatically increasing throughput for challenging structural investigations (75 citations). This work is foundational for serial femtosecond crystallography (SFX), where efficient sample delivery is critical for capturing atomic-resolution movies of biological processes. Alonso‐Mori’s innovations have directly enabled productive femtosecond crystallography experiments, allowing researchers to probe protein dynamics and radiation-damage-free structures. His impact is reflected in the widespread adoption of these methods across major facilities, accelerating discoveries in enzymology and drug design. By solving the practical challenges of working with tiny, fragile crystals, he has opened new frontiers in time-resolved structural biology, making him an indispensable contributor to the field.
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- 1High-density grids for efficient data collection from multiple crystals75 citations · 2015