Physics of the Cytoplasm: Linking Biophysics to Biological Function

Organizers:

Markus Basan, Harvard University
Jens Elgeti, Forschungszentrum Jülich
Avik Mukherjee, Harvard University

The cytoplasm is now recognized as a complex, dynamic, and actively regulated environment. Recent discoveries have revealed profound links between the physical properties of the cytoplasm and fundamental biological processes, making this an exceptionally timely and important area of investigation. This conference aims to unite physicists and biologists at the forefront of this rapidly evolving field to foster the exchange of data, ideas, and emerging concepts.

Themes include but are not limited to:

• The role of phase transitions in self-organization and signaling.
• Regulation of cellular biomass density.
• The connection between membrane potential and mechanics.
• The effect of mechanical forces on the nucleus.
• Self-organization and regulation of the cytoskeleton.
• Physiology of the cell and tissues
• Homeostatic regulation and signal transduction.