Probing protein orientation in membrane environments by Linear dichroism (LD) (CAT#: STEM-ST-0113-WXH)

Introduction

Studies of membrane transport and membrane protein function call for a thorough knowledge of molecular interactions within the membrane, between the lipids themselves and between lipids and other species (proteins, drugs, and ions). To this end, the locations and orientations of molecules bound to the membrane can give important information.

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Principle

Linear dichroism (LD) or diattenuation is the difference between absorption of light polarized parallel and polarized perpendicular to an orientation axis. It is the property of a material whose transmittance depends on the orientation of linearly polarized light incident upon it. LD measurements are based on the interaction between matter and light and thus are a form of electromagnetic spectroscopy.

Applications

Study the functionality and structure of molecules.

Materials

• Polarizer
• Absorbance spectrometer

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