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Biophysical Chemistry: Techniques and Applications by C. Kalidas and M. V. Sangaranarayanan provides a thorough introduction to the principles and experimental methods of biophysical chemistry, aimed at undergraduate and postgraduate students in chemistry, biology, and related fields. The book is structured into two main parts. The first part focuses on the structure, properties, and functions of biomolecules, including the chemical composition of cells, carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, peptides, proteins, nucleic acids, enzymes, co‑enzymes, vitamins, and bioenergetics. It explains how molecular structure determines biochemical function and details the thermodynamic and kinetic principles that govern biological processes. The second part covers biophysical and analytical techniques widely used in modern research, such as surface plasmon resonance (SPR) spectroscopy, affinity chromatography, capillary electrophoresis, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), and electron spin resonance (ESR). These chapters describe how each technique can be applied to study molecular interactions, reaction kinetics, structural properties, and biomolecular separations. The book also integrates discussions on biosensors, fast biochemical reactions, and nonequilibrium thermodynamics, highlighting the connection between fundamental theory and practical applications. Throughout, the text provides numerous examples, schematic diagrams, tables, and exercises to help students understand and apply the concepts. Overall, the book offers a comprehensive and practical guide for students, researchers, and professionals seeking to understand both the chemical basis of biological systems and the experimental tools used to study them.
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