Membrane lipids are lipids involved in forming the structure of biological membranes – both the cell membrane ... bilayer of plasma membranes is critical for various cellular functions.

"Our breakthrough could have significant implications for understanding diseases related to cell membrane function, particularly cancer, where membrane organization is critical," said Hafner ...

This takes place when molecules diffuse across the cell membrane by travelling through specific transport proteins. It occurs down a concentration gradient - molecules move from an area of high to ...

“This finding emphasizes that membrane viscosity, previously overlooked, is a key factor in how membranes bend and reshape, offering new insights into cellular structure and function,” Vlahovska said.

We attribute the eventual increase in MEA resistance with increased compression to water being squeezed out of the membrane. Figure 6A. Schematic of the sealing of the MEA in the STR PEM fuel cell.