Membrane Biophysics

Membrane biophysics studies the physical properties and behaviors of biological membranes, which are thin layers that separate and protect cells. These membranes control what enters and exits a cell, playing a crucial role in communication and energy transfer. In molecular biophysics, it focuses on molecular interactions within membranes; in cellular biophysics, it examines how membranes affect cell function; and in systems biophysics, it looks at how these processes impact whole organisms. By understanding these principles, we gain insights into health, disease, and the fundamental workings of life at various scales.