Biophysics : Principles and Techniques

Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Biomolecules. 3. Principles of kinetics of molecules. 4. Principles of optics in biological studies. 5. Biophysical phenomena in biochemical studies. 6. Electromagnetic radiation and spectroscopy in biological studies. 7. Other optical techniques in biological studies. 8. Bioelectricity and nerve impulse conduction. 9. Radiation biology. Review questions. Glossary. References. Index.

"Biophysics deals with the role of physical principles in the organization and functioning of living systems. This book narrates the interrelationship among the physical principles, chemical composition and biology of living organisms. The principles and techniques of biophysics are systematically dealt with, making the contents easy to assimilate. The up-to-date techniques in the field of biophysics are comprehensively covered."