Muthukumar, Murugappan,
Physics of charged macromolecules : synthetic and biological systems / Murugappan Muthukumar. - 1 online resource (xi, 505 pages) : digital, PDF file(s).
Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 16 Feb 2023).
Introduction to charged macromolecules -- Models of uncharged macromolecules -- Water, oil, and salt -- Charged interfaces and geometrical objects -- Dilute solutions of charged macromolecules -- Structure and thermodynamics in homogeneous polyelectrolyte solutions -- Dynamics -- Self-assembly and phase behaviors -- Adsorption, complexation, and coacervation -- Gels.
A concise introduction to the physics of charged macromolecules, from the basics of electrostatics to cutting-edge modern research developments. This accessible book provides a clear and intuitive view of concepts and theory, and features appendices detailing mathematical methodology. Supported by results from real-world experiments and simulations, this book equips the reader with a vital foundation for performing experimental research. Topics include living matter and synthetic materials including polyelectrolytes, polyzwitterions, polyampholytes, proteins, intrinsically disordered proteins, and DNA/RNA. Serving as a gateway to the growing field of charged macromolecules and their applications, this concept-driven book is a perfect guide for students beginning their studies in charged macromolecules, providing new opportunities for research and discovery.
9781139046749 (ebook)
Macromolecules--Electric properties.
QD381.9.E38 / M88 2023
547.70457
Physics of charged macromolecules : synthetic and biological systems / Murugappan Muthukumar. - 1 online resource (xi, 505 pages) : digital, PDF file(s).
Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 16 Feb 2023).
Introduction to charged macromolecules -- Models of uncharged macromolecules -- Water, oil, and salt -- Charged interfaces and geometrical objects -- Dilute solutions of charged macromolecules -- Structure and thermodynamics in homogeneous polyelectrolyte solutions -- Dynamics -- Self-assembly and phase behaviors -- Adsorption, complexation, and coacervation -- Gels.
A concise introduction to the physics of charged macromolecules, from the basics of electrostatics to cutting-edge modern research developments. This accessible book provides a clear and intuitive view of concepts and theory, and features appendices detailing mathematical methodology. Supported by results from real-world experiments and simulations, this book equips the reader with a vital foundation for performing experimental research. Topics include living matter and synthetic materials including polyelectrolytes, polyzwitterions, polyampholytes, proteins, intrinsically disordered proteins, and DNA/RNA. Serving as a gateway to the growing field of charged macromolecules and their applications, this concept-driven book is a perfect guide for students beginning their studies in charged macromolecules, providing new opportunities for research and discovery.
9781139046749 (ebook)
Macromolecules--Electric properties.
QD381.9.E38 / M88 2023
547.70457