Biomembranes : molecular structure and function / Robert B. Gennis

This textbook covers fundamental concepts and the current state of research in membrane biochemistry. It is equally valuable for re-searchers already involved in membrane work or those wantíng to enter the field. It is written concisely by a single author with the student in mind. Included also is ¡nformation valuable to those en-gaged in laboratory researcfron biomembranes, e.g. discussions of experimental techniques, chemical structures, tabulated data, and numerous references to facilítate getting into the literature. Those portions of thetext relating to transport proteins and receptors are unique in their perspective and breadth of coverage. In addition, the chapters on membrane enzymology and on small molecule interactions contain ¡nformation difficult to find elsewhere. The book could be used in courses relating to special topics such as membrane transport, receptors, or membrane biogénesis ¡n addition to courses emphasizing membrane structure in general.