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Physics of charged macromolecules : synthetic and biological systems / Murugappan Muthukumar.

By: Muthukumar, Murugappan [author.].
Material type: materialTypeLabelBookPublisher: Cambridge ; New York, NY : Cambridge University Press, 2023Description: 1 online resource (xi, 505 pages) : digital, PDF file(s).Content type: text Media type: computer Carrier type: online resourceISBN: 9781139046749 (ebook).Subject(s): Macromolecules -- Electric propertiesAdditional physical formats: Print version: : No titleDDC classification: 547.70457 Online resources: Click here to access online
Contents:
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.
Summary: 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.
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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.

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