Biomembrane Structure and Function
You have reached the homepage of the Georg Pabst lab. Our research interests are focused on understanding fundamental principles pertaining to the function of cell membranes. This site gives an overview of current research and projects.
Part of the Biophysics Division, Institute of Molecular Biosciences.
News:
- Sep 2023: New Paper! The asymmetric plasma membrane—A composite material combining different functionalities? BioEssays
- Aug 2023: New Paper!, Combinatorial screening of cationic lipidoids reveals how molecular conformation affects membrane-targeting antimicrobial activity, ACS Appl. Mater. Interfaces.
- June 2023: New Paper! Distributing aminophospholipids asymmetrically across leaflets causes anomalous membrane stiffening, Biophys J
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