Free Programs
A versatile 3D visualization software designed for analyzing structural models, volumetric data (e.g., electron and nuclear densities), and crystal morphologies.
A crystal morphology visualization program for calculating the shape of crystals based on experimental data, and continuously displays the crystal growth process.
An integrated suite of open-source software for electronic structure calculations and nanoscale materials modeling, built on the principles of density functional theory, plane waves, and pseudopotentials.
An open-source parametric 3D modeler primarily designed for creating real-world objects of any scale, ideal for generating blueprints for 3D printing.
An open-source reference management tool designed to organize bibliographic data and associated research materials efficiently.
A software (from Scribner) for advanced equivalent circuit modeling, comprehensive graphing, and in-depth analysis of electrochemical impedance spectroscopy data.
A software designed for the analysis and simulation of electrochemical impedance spectra.
A software equipped with intuitive, user-friendly tools for obtaining fitted XPS (X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy) spectra.
A full-featured XPS and Raman fitting software for Windows and macOS that supports a wide range of file formats and fitting models, offers multiple background types and calibration options, and enables accurate atomic concentration calculations compatible with Thermo Avantage.
A program for analyzing and processing any images.
Open Databases
Materials Project
A database designed to accelerate technological advancements by providing material properties. Specifically, users can obtain theoretical Pourbaix diagrams (also known as potential-pH diagrams) for materials listed in the database, which are essential for understanding the stability of materials in aqueous environments across different pH and potential conditions.
Crystallography Open Database
A database of crystal structures for organic, inorganic, metal-organic compounds, and minerals (excluding biopolymers), with the option to obtain each compound's Crystallographic Information File (CIF).
NIST X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy Database
A database of over 22,000 critically evaluated XPS spectral lines enables users to search by various parameters and identify unknown measured lines through an interactive program.
A database of 4,714 individual mineral species descriptions, complete with links and an extensive image library.
Digital Catalysis Platform (DigCat)
A platform integrating big data (over 400,000 experimental performance data points) and AI to advance catalysis research.
Fellowships/Awards to Apply for
These awards were established to support students in pursuing research aligned with ECS interests during the summer months, from June to September (Award Details: Up to $5,000 per recipient for up to 4 recipients).
MDPI Travel Awards (e.g., Crystals Travel Award)
These awards are granted annually to support junior scientists in showcasing their latest research at academic conferences, fostering greater visibility and impact. Many MDPI journals offer similar opportunities (Award Details: Up to CHF 800 and a certificate per recipient).
This award is a prestigious honor presented by Metrohm USA to outstanding researchers across the United States and Canada. It recognizes groundbreaking contributions that advance and reshape the field of chemistry (Award Details: Up to $15,000 per recipient).