Biomembranes’ Involvement in Physiological Processes, and Tools for Their Characterization

Dear Colleagues,

Biomembranes are fascinating, dynamic structures, in which various lipids and proteins coexist and contribute to cell homeostasis. Many physiological processes rely on membranes—the intracellular membranes of different organelles and the cell plasma membrane. Ranging in function from simple diffusion through oxidative phosphorylation, vesicular transport to immunological synapse formation, membranes are integral elements of critical cellular processes essential for the whole organism's integrity and proper functioning, irrespectively of complexity and taxonomic classification. Despite some differences in structure and composition, the membranes of bacteria, fungi, plants and animals all play central and often similar roles in biological processes.  

This Special Issue aims to publish original articles, communications and reviews regarding the latest discoveries and research advancements in biological membranes and their roles in physiological processes and pathological states that may lead to disease. We would also appreciate studies in which innovative tools have been used to improve our understanding of membrane-driven processes.

Dr. Tomasz Trombik
Guest Editor

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