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Coherent dynamics in water as a possible explanation of biological membranes formation

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The formation of a biological molecular aggregate such as a membrane, is discussed as a collective process emerging from the dispersive dynamics arising from coherent quantum electrodynamics. The essential role of liquid water is stressed.

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  1. INFN - Via G. Celoria, 16 - 20133, Milano, Italy

    E. Del Giudice

  2. Dipartimento di Fisica and INFN - Via G. Celoria, 16 - 20133, Milano, Italy

    G. Preparata

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Del Giudice, E., Preparata, G. Coherent dynamics in water as a possible explanation of biological membranes formation. J Biol Phys 20, 105–116 (1995). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00700426

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