This document discusses the importance of particulate characterization for pharmaceutical applications. It explains that particle size distribution can significantly impact drug dissolution rates, bioavailability, and stability. Precise control of particle size is critical during crystallization and downstream manufacturing processes. The document also notes that particle shape and morphology are important to understand, as measurement techniques actually measure indirect parameters rather than direct geometry, and particles are rarely spherical. Different characterization techniques may be needed to differentiate between similar samples. The Exova laboratory is equipped to perform a variety of particulate characterization techniques to aid in pharmaceutical development and quality control.