The role of the protein–water interface in dictating proton conduction across protein-based biopolymers
Yuval Agam, Ramesh Nandi, Tatiana Bulava, Nadav Amdursky
Abstract
The role of different water states and their interface with a protein microstructure in mediating protons has been investigated using several approaches, concluding on the importance of the protein/water interface in proton transport.
Topics & Concepts
Interface (matter)ProtonMicrostructureChemical physicsMaterials scienceThermal conductionBiophysicsChemistryCrystallographyPhysicsBiologyAdsorptionComposite materialPhysical chemistryNuclear physicsGibbs isothermProtein Structure and DynamicsLipid Membrane Structure and BehaviorConducting polymers and applications