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The evolution of biophysical techniques has witnessed remarkable progress, particularly with the emergence of single-molecule methods, offering profound insights into the intricate dynamics of biological processes. This chapter elucidates the pivotal role of single-molecule techniques in unraveling molecular interactions at a granular level, encompassing protein–protein, DNA–DNA, and DNA–protein interactions. Unlike conventional ensemble methods, single-molecule approaches enable the observation of molecular changes over time, providing dynamic information essential for comprehending the nuances of biochemical and cell biology processes. Central to this discussion is the transformative impact of single-molecule biophysics techniques on our understanding of biology and the physics of life. By probing the heterogeneity of free energy states across diverse biological scales, these methods transcend the limitations of ensemble average approaches, offering unparalleled insights into complex biological questions. Recent advancements in experimental and computational methodologies have further expanded the horizons of single-molecule research, facilitating the development of multiplexed and correlative techniques for comprehensive exploration of biological systems. Single-molecule fluorescence resonance energy transfer (smFRET) stands out as a cornerstone technique in biophysical research, enabling the study of molecular interactions at the single-molecule level. Its applications span diverse domains, from protein folding to real-time dynamics, contributing significantly to our understanding of biological processes. In essence, this chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the advancements in single-molecule methods, emphasizing techniques such as single-molecule fluorescence resonance energy transfer (smFRET), fluorescence correlation spectroscopy (FCS), optical tweezers, and magnetic tweezers, highlighting their indispensable role in deciphering the intricacies of molecular dynamics and advancing our understanding of fundamental biological processes.

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Exploring Dynamics at the Molecular Scale: Advances in Single-Molecule Biophysics

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    2025年

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  • Ritesh Sonar,
  • Padmaja Prasad Mishra

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The evolution of biophysical techniques has witnessed remarkable progress, particularly with the emergence of single-molecule methods, offering profound insights into the intricate dynamics of biological processes. This chapter elucidates the pivotal role of single-molecule techniques in unraveling molecular interactions at a granular level, encompassing protein–protein, DNA–DNA, and DNA–protein interactions. Unlike conventional ensemble methods, single-molecule approaches enable the observation of molecular changes over time, providing dynamic information essential for comprehending the nuances of biochemical and cell biology processes. Central to this discussion is the transformative impact of single-molecule biophysics techniques on our understanding of biology and the physics of life. By probing the heterogeneity of free energy states across diverse biological scales, these methods transcend the limitations of ensemble average approaches, offering unparalleled insights into complex biological questions. Recent advancements in experimental and computational methodologies have further expanded the horizons of single-molecule research, facilitating the development of multiplexed and correlative techniques for comprehensive exploration of biological systems. Single-molecule fluorescence resonance energy transfer (smFRET) stands out as a cornerstone technique in biophysical research, enabling the study of molecular interactions at the single-molecule level. Its applications span diverse domains, from protein folding to real-time dynamics, contributing significantly to our understanding of biological processes. In essence, this chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the advancements in single-molecule methods, emphasizing techniques such as single-molecule fluorescence resonance energy transfer (smFRET), fluorescence correlation spectroscopy (FCS), optical tweezers, and magnetic tweezers, highlighting their indispensable role in deciphering the intricacies of molecular dynamics and advancing our understanding of fundamental biological processes.