ISSN:
1434-6036
Keywords:
PACS. 68.55.Jk Structure and morphology; thickness - 81.15.Lm Liquid phase epitaxy; deposition from liquid phases (melts, solutions, and surface layers on liquids) - 61.12.Ha Neutron reflectometry
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Physics
Notes:
Abstract: Single and double phosphocholine (DPPC and DSPC) bilayers adsorbed at the silicon-water interface have been prepared and characterised. The second bilayer, called “free bilayer”, is a novel highly hydrated system floating at above the first one. Robust and reproducible preparation has been possible thanks to a combination of Langmuir-Blodgett and Langmuir-Schaeffer techniques. Carefully optimised neutron reflectivity measurements have allowed a precise non-destructive characterisation of the structure, hydration and roughness of the layers. This work opens new possibilities for the investigation of the interaction between membrane lipids and soluble proteins, in particular peptides too small to be visible with other techniques.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s100510050725
