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(Crystallographer) Martin Julian Buerger was an esteemed American crystallographer known for his significant contributions to the field. As a Professor of Mineralogy at MIT, he invented the X-ray precession camera, revolutionizing crystallography studies. Buerger authored numerous textbooks and technical articles, earning recognition such as the Arthur L. Day Medal and having a mineral named after him. His involvement in various committees and his appointment as an Institute Professor at MIT further highlight his influential and respected professional career in crystallography.
