[PDF] Current Topics In Membranes eBook

Author : Jose M. Arguello
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 478 pages
File Size : 27,74 MB
Release : 2012-10-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 0123943906

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This volume of Current Topics in Membranes focuses on metal transmembrane transporters and pumps, a recently discovered family of membrane proteins with many important roles in the physiology of living organisms. The book summarizes the most recent advances in the field of metal ion transport and provides a broad overview of the major classes of transporters involved in homeostasis of heavy metals. Various families of the transporters and metal specificities are discussed with the focus on the structural and mechanistic aspects of their function and regulation. The reader will access information obtained through a variety of approaches ranging from X-ray crystallography to cell biology and bioinformatics, which have been applied to transporters identified in diverse biological systems, such as pathogenic bacteria, plants, humans and others. Field is cutting-edge and a lot of the information is new to research community Wide breadth of topic coverage Contributors of high renown and expertise

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Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 443 pages
File Size : 26,50 MB
Release : 1999-05-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080585191

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Membrane permeability is fundamental to all cell biology and subcellular biology. The cell exists as a closed unit. Import and export depend upon a number of sophisticated mechanisms, such as active transport, endocytosis, exocytosis, and passive diffusion. These systems are critical for the normal housekeeping physiological functions. However, access to the cell is also taken advantage of by toxic microbes (such as cholera or ptomaine) and when designing drugs. Ernest Overton, one of the pioneers in lipid membrane research, put forward the first comprehensive theory of lipid membrane structure. His most quoted paper on the osmotic properties of cells laid the foundation for the modern concepts of membrane function, most notably important in anesthesia. This book is designed to celebrate the centennial anniversary (in the first chapter) of Overton's work. Subsequent chapters present readers with up-to-date concepts of membrane structure and function and the challenge they pose for new explorations. Provides an historical perspective of Overton's contributions to the theory of narcosis Presents an overview of each permeability mechanism, including active transport, endocytosis, exocytosis, and passive diffusion

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Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 590 pages
File Size : 10,72 MB
Release : 1997-10-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080585159

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The major lipid components of biological membranes can undergo many diverse and fascinating morphological rearrangements. Studies of these diverse phases and the manner in which they are formed tends to alter the properties of ordinary bilayer membranes. This book examines the structural and biological roles of lipids forming non-lamellar structures. Key Features* Characterization of non-lamellar structures * Protein activity and membrane properties* Analysis of membrane fusion* Affect of non-lamellar forming lipids on biological systems

Author : Irina Serysheva
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 389 pages
File Size : 13,5 MB
Release : 2010-09-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 0123810388

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This volume of Current Topics in Membranes focuses on Membrane Protein Crystallization, beginning with a review of past successes and general trends, then further discussing challenges of mebranes protein crystallization, cell free production of membrane proteins and novel lipids for membrane protein crystallization. This publication also includes tools to enchance membrane protein crystallization, technique advancements, and crystallization strategies used for photosystem I and its complexes, establishing Membrane Protein Crystallization as a needed, practical reference for researchers.

Author : Angelo Basile
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 47,98 MB
Release : 2020-01-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0128183330

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Current Trends and Future Developments in (Bio-) Membranes: Recent Advances in Metallic Membranes presents recent developments in metallic membranes used in membrane reactors to save energy. It also offers a comprehensive review of the present state-of-the-art on the fabrication and design of metallic membranes and membrane reactors, considering various applications. This book focuses on the structure, preparation, characterization and applications of metallic membranes and membrane reactors, as well as transport mechanisms and simulation aspects. As recent research has focused on the development of metallic membranes and their applications, this book is an ideal reference on different production procedures and their use. Reviews metallic membranes research and applications Outlines the mechanisms of metallic membrane based processes Includes structure, preparation, characterization and properties of metallic membranes Highlights various applications of metallic membranes in energy production

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Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 415 pages
File Size : 36,44 MB
Release : 1984-09-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080584926

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Current Topics in Membranes and Transport

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Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 613 pages
File Size : 27,34 MB
Release : 1984-06-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080584934

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Current Topics in Membranes and Transport

Author : Dick Hoekstra
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 666 pages
File Size : 24,16 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Medical
ISBN :

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Challenging and provocative overviews are presented in Volume 40 of Current Topics in Membranes. Topics on cell lipids vary from basic themes such as biosynthesis and membrane distribution to the role of lipids in intracellular signaling and membrane flow. This single volume also highlights the roles of lipids in eukaryotic cells and discusses organization of lipids in microdomains.

Author : Richard W. Baker
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 555 pages
File Size : 32,27 MB
Release : 2004-04-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0470020385

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This A to Z guide to membrane science, technology, and applicationsprovides comprehensive coverage of membrane preparation, modules,and transport theory. Highly illustrated with comprehensive andcurrent reference listings, the resource provides practical usesand how-to's for a broad range of application areas. Single author work presenting a unified treatment Comprehensive coverage of membrane preparation, modules andtransport theory A 'how-to' book giving practical advice Highly illustrated with comprehensive and current referencelistings

Author : Stephen H White
Publisher : Garland Science
Page : 565 pages
File Size : 17,21 MB
Release : 2021-12-31
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1000508536

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The central themes of Cell Boundaries concern the structural and organizational principles underlying cell membranes, and how these principles enable function. By building a biological and biophysical foundation for understanding the organization of lipids in bilayers and the folding, assembly, stability, and function of membrane proteins, the book aims to broaden the knowledge of bioscience students to include the basic physics and physical chemistry that inform us about membranes. In doing so, it is hoped that physics students will find familiar territory that will lead them to an interest in biology. Our progress toward understanding membranes and membrane proteins depends strongly upon the concerted use of both biology and physics. It is important for students to know not only what we know, but how we have come to know it, so Cell Boundaries endeavours to bring out the history behind the central discoveries, especially in the early chapters, where the foundation is laid for later chapters. Science is far more interesting if, as students, we can appreciate and share in the adventures—and misadventures—of discovering new scientific knowledge. Cell Boundaries was written with advanced undergraduates and beginning graduate students in the biological and physical sciences in mind, though this textbook will likely have appeal to researchers and other academics as well. Highlights the history of important central discoveries Early chapters lay the foundation for later chapters to build on, so knowledge is amassed High-quality line diagrams illustrate key concepts and illuminate molecular mechanisms Box features and spreads expand on topics in main text, including histories of discoveries, special techniques, and applications