Generalized mean-field theory relating helix tilt in a bilayer to lipid disorder.
We present a generalized theory relating the helix tilt angle in a bilayer to lipid disorder. In doing so, we consider a theory performed earlier [Biophys. Chem., 86 (2000) 79] and generalize it within a nonextensive formalism. The generalized theory provides a method to compare the rotational barriers for different helices in lipid bilayers, accounting for long-range interactions via a parameter which is called "entropic index". The results obtained could lead to point out future experiments which might shed light on lipid-protein interactions.
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Department of Physics, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Celal Bayar University, 45030 Muradiye, Manisa, Turkey. ozhan.kayacan@bayar.edu.tr
D055598:Chemical Phenomena; D002627:Chemistry, Physical; D008051:Lipid Bilayers / Q000737:chemistry*; D008565:Membrane Proteins / Q000737:chemistry*; D026901:Membrane Transport Proteins / Q000737:chemistry; D008956:Models, Chemical; D017433:Protein Structure, Secondary; D013816:Thermodynamics
D008051:Lipid Bilayers; D008565:Membrane Proteins; D026901:Membrane Transport Proteins; C021499:lactose permease