• Tools of experimental and theoretical physics applied to study biological problems
• Understanding the physical principles underlying biological processes

Many physicists are turning their attention to domains outside the usual boundaries of physics, applying sophisticated physics tools to investigate new biological processes. The Journal of Biological Physics provides a medium where this growing community of scientists can publish its results and discuss its aims and methods. The journal presents papers which use the tools of physics, both experimental and theoretical, in innovative ways to study biological problems, as well as research aimed at better understanding the physical principles underlying biological processes. All areas of biological physics are addressed, from the molecular level, through the mesoscale of membranes and cells, up to the macroscopic level of a population of living organisms. The main criteria of acceptance are the physical content of the research and its relevance to biological systems. In addition to original peer-reviewed research papers, the Journal of Biological Physics publishes review papers calling attention to biological problems that merit investigation by physical methods. Book reviews are also welcome.