Structure-Function Relations in Self-Assembled Sphingolipids at Gas-Water Interfaces


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The development in understanding cell membrane structure and function has been historically intertwined with that of the monomolecular Langmuir layer of amphiphiles at air-aqueous interfaces. Here, we present synchrotron structural studies of a variety of sphingolipid monolayers at air-water interfaces and relate their unique characteristic structural properties with their function in eukeriotic cells.

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Journal: TechConnect Briefs
Volume: 3, Technical Proceedings of the 2003 Nanotechnology Conference and Trade Show, Volume 3
Published: February 23, 2003
Pages: 408 - 411
Industry sectors: Advanced Materials & Manufacturing | Medical & Biotech
Topics: Biomaterials, Coatings, Surfaces & Membranes
ISBN: 0-9728422-2-5