This National Science Foundation (NSF) Project Grant under the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (CFDA 47.049) program supports collaborative research to uncover the physical principles governing the structure-property relationships of biomimetic cell membranes across multiple size and time scales. The $260,138 award to Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University, doing business as Virginia Tech, integrates experimental techniques like neutron spectroscopy and molecular dynamics simulations to establish connections between lipid/sterol architectures, emergent membrane dynamics, and viscoelastic properties. The research aims to address critical knowledge gaps in membrane biophysics, with potential applications in areas such as artificial cells, biosensing, and drug delivery. The 3-year project period runs from September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2027.
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