Physics, mathematics and chemistry all play a vital role in understanding the true nature and functioning of biological membranes, key elements of living processes. Besides simple spectroscopic observations and electrical measurements of membranes we address in this book the phenomena of coexistence and independent existence of different membrane components using various theoretical approaches. This treatment will be helpful for readers who want to understand biological processes by applying both simple observations and fundamental scientific analysis. It provides a deep understanding of the causes and effects of processes inside membranes, and will thus eventually open new doors for high-level pharmaceutical approaches towards fighting membrane- and cell-related diseases.

Compiles current knowledge as well as providing new insights into processes occurring within membranes Experimental studies and theoretical models go hand in hand to provide a deeper understanding than hitherto possible Will open new doors for future medical intervention in fighting membrane-related disease Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Inhalt

Structure of Membranes.- Lipids in Membranes.- The Membrane as a Transporter.- Lipid Bilayer-Membrane Protein Coupling.- Membrane-Based Nanotechnology and Drug Delivery.- Membrane-Related Diseases.