Elementary Biophysics: An Introduction

by P.K. Srivastava

This is an introductory book on Biophysics meant for undergraduate students of our universities and technical institutions. The first part of the book deals with organ systems and describes the principles of physics in the processes of locomotion, blood and fluid flow, respiration, audition and vision. The second part deals with cellular and molecular biophysics and covers, in depth, molecular forces and structure of bio molecules, dynamics of biomembranes, near-equilibrium thermodynamics, photosynthesis and cellular respiration, nerve excitation, etc. The book covers entire UGC syllabus of B.Sc. III optional paper on Biophysics. Moreover it is designed in such a way that it can be used by both Mathematics and Biology groups.

252 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 2011