Biopolymer Physics

Biopolymer physics studies the physical behavior and properties of biological polymers like DNA, proteins, and starches. These long, chain-like molecules have complex structures that influence how they fold, stretch, and interact within cells. Understanding their physical characteristics helps scientists learn how biological functions work and design new materials. It involves analyzing their elasticity, flexibility, and interactions using principles from physics, helping to explain processes like protein folding, DNA replication, and cellular mechanics in a clear, quantitative way.