Abstract This memorial paper reflects on the innovative spirit of Dr. Prof. Peter K. Galenko. We focus on his revolutionary concept of local non-equilibrium in rapid solidification, which led to breakthroughs in modeling solute trapping and diffusionless growth. The article further showcases his role in advancing phase-field crystal methods and dendritic selection theory, demonstrating how his work across multiple scales and conditions-from atomic to microgravity-redefined the frontiers of crystallization research.
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