Atomic Force Microscopy Investigations into Biology - From Cell to Protein

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InTech, 2012. — 354 p. — ISBN 9535101147, 9789535101147.This book is a collection of works beginning with an introduction to the AFM along with techniques and methods of sample preparation. The book displays current research covering subjects ranging from nano-particulates, proteins, DNA, viruses, cellular structures, and the characterization of living cells.Contents PrefaceGeneral Techniques Atomic Force Spectroscopies: A Toolbox for Probing the Biological Matter Artifacts in Atomic Force Microscopy of Biological Samples Tapping Mode AFM Imaging for Functionalized Surfaces Biological Molecules. Proteins and Polymers AFM Measurements to Investigate Particulates and Their Interactions with Biological Macromolecules AFM Imaging of Biological Supramolecules by a Molecular Imprinting-Based Immobilization Process on a Photopolymer Protein Interactions on Phospholipid Bilayer. Studied by AFM Under Physiological Conditions Nanomechanics of Amyloid Materials Studied by Atomic Force Microscopy DNA, Chromatin and Membranes Analyzing DNA Structure Quantitatively at a Single-Molecule Level by Atomic Force Microscopy Atomic Force Microscopy of Chromatin Artificial and Natural Membranes Viral Physiology Atomic Force Microscopy in Detection of Viruses Force Microscopy - A Tool to Elucidate the Relationship Between Nanomechanics and Function in Viruses Cellular Physiology Single-Molecule Force Microscopy: A Potential Tool for the Mapping of Polysaccharides in Plant Cell Walls AFM and Cell Staining to Assess the In Vitro Biocompatibility of Opaque Surfaces The Transversal Stiffness of Skeletal Muscle Fibers and Cardiomyocytes in Control and After Simulated Microgravity