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| Ion Channels |
 Ion channels play crucial roles in the processes
of life. We are studying many aspects of their function and role in
nature.
BJ1999
, BJ2000
: These two papers describe a 3D Poisson-Nernst-Plank solver and its
implementation to calculate ion current through Gramicidin A.
JPC2000
: This paper describes a Dynamic Monte Carlo method for calculating
ion transport through Gramicidin A.
MURI2002
: A concise description of current and future Coalson group research in this
area.
The image to the right is from a snapshot of a MD simulation of Gramicidin
A.
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| Polymer Translocation |
DNA, RNA, and protein translocation through membrane
pores is key to life. Polymer translocation can give us insight into
these processes.
JCP2001
: This paper applies a 3D Kink-Jump Monte Carlo algorithm to simulate
polymer translocation dynamics through narrow pores such as ion channels.
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| Molecular Wires |
As technology starts to approach the limits of Moore's
law, quantum effects become more critical. Molecular wires will play
a crucial role in the nano revolution!
1JCP2002,
2JCP2002
: Theory of electron transport in a laser-driven molecular wire.
PRB2002
: Theory of laser pulse-driven electronic conduction in double-barrier structures.
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