An embedded Finite Element framework for the resolution of strongly coupled Fluid–Structure Interaction problems. Application to volumetric and membrane-like structures
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cma.2020.113179
Abstract: Abstract This work presents a Fluid–Structure Interaction framework for the robust and efficient simulation of strongly coupled problems involving arbitrary large displacements and rotations. We focus on the application of the proposed tool to lightweight… read more here.
Keywords: structure interaction; membrane like; strongly coupled; structure ... See more keywords
Electron Transport Lipids Fold Within Membrane-Like Interfaces
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DOI: 10.3389/fchem.2022.827530
Abstract: Lipoquinones, such as ubiquinones (UQ) and menaquinones (MK), function as essential lipid components of the electron transport system (ETS) by shuttling electrons and protons to facilitate the production of ATP in eukaryotes and prokaryotes. Lipoquinone… read more here.
Keywords: conformation; within membrane; electron transport; interface ... See more keywords
Copper Binding and Redox Activity of α-Synuclein in Membrane-Like Environment
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DOI: 10.3390/biom13020287
Abstract: α-Synuclein (αSyn) constitutes the main protein component of Lewy bodies, which are the pathologic hallmark in Parkinson’s disease. αSyn is unstructured in solution but the interaction of αSyn with lipid membrane modulates its conformation by… read more here.
Keywords: binding redox; copper binding; syn; membrane ... See more keywords