Multidisciplinary Perspectives on Photosynthesis: Integrating Experimental and Theoretical Approaches
A special issue of Plants (ISSN 2223-7747).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 December 2025 | Viewed by 46
Special Issue Editor
Interests: electron and proton transfer reactions; photosynthesis; computational chemistry; density functional theory; molecular dynamics simulations; multi conformation continuum electrostatics; photosynthetic proteins; energy transfer; membrane dynamics and function
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Photosynthesis is central to life on Earth, converting solar energy into chemical energy and sustaining global ecosystems. This Special Issue seeks high-quality contributions that delve into both the fundamental processes and advanced applications of photosynthesis through innovative research approaches. It invites studies that explore the structural and functional dynamics of photosynthetic protein complexes, such as Photosystem I, Photosystem II, and other membrane assemblies, under various light conditions ranging from visible to far-red. This research is essential for understanding how these complexes are organized, assembled, and function.
This Issue also emphasizes advancements in spectroscopic techniques. Researchers are encouraged to employ cutting-edge methods—including ultrafast spectroscopy, time-resolved infrared spectroscopy, vibrational spectroscopy, and infrared microscopy—to investigate pigment properties, energy transfer pathways, and the intricate dynamics of light harvesting. These techniques provide critical insights into the transient processes that govern energy conversion.
In addition, contributions that integrate experimental data with computational modeling and theoretical analyses are sought to enhance our understanding of the mechanisms underlying energy conversion and pigment behavior. Such interdisciplinary work aims to reveal new details about the overall performance of photosynthetic systems.
We also welcome comparative studies that shed light on the evolutionary development of photosynthetic machinery. These investigations should explore how structural adaptations and functional innovations have evolved across different organisms, offering a broader context for current photosynthetic mechanisms.
Dr. Divya Kaur Matta
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- far-red and visible photosynthesis
- ultrafast spectroscopy
- time-resolved infrared spectroscopy
- vibrational spectroscopy
- membrane protein complexes
- structural dynamics
- energy conversion
- theoretical chemistry
- light harvesting
- energy transfer
- electron and proton transfer
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