Biophysics
An Introduction
1. Edition July 2002
XII, 396 Pages, Softcover
Textbook
Short Description
Biophysics is a field that encompasses physics, biology and medicine. It is an exciting, applied area of physics and one where there is significant research activity. The authors view of biophysics is "simple biology studied by those who have a background in physics." The subject of biophysics operates within the broader realm of biology and is focused by what physicists bring to bear on biological problems. Key topics include: protein folding, tissue differentiation, speciation, microscopic recognition, consciousness and intelligence.
This is a concise balanced introductin to this subject. Written in an accessible and readable style, the book takes a fresh, modern approach with the author successfully combining key concepts and theory with relevant applications and examples drawn from the field as a whole.
* A carefully structured introduction to biophysics and medical physics
* Combines coverage of the basic concepts and ideas along with the more cutting edge developments
* Assumes little biological or medical knowledge
* Includes a supplementary website which will include animations, simulations, colour images, additional content, solutions and links to other sites
Chemical Binding
Energies, Forces and Bonds
Rates of Reaction
Transport Processes
Some Techniques and Methods
Biological Polymers
Biological Membranes
Biological Energy
Movement of Organisms
Excitable Membranes
Nerve Signals
Memory
Control of Movement
Appendix A: Elements of Quantum Mechanics
Appendix B: The Hydrogen Atom
Appendix C: Thermal Motion
Appendix D: Probability Distributions
Appendix E: Differential Equations