Biological Physics

Biological physics is the application of the theories and methods of physics to questions in biology.

Research

Biological physics research at University of Idaho uses computer simulation and experiments to study a broad range of biological systems, from proteins to cells. We use experiments to study environmental and energy processes using single-cell and single-molecule methods with microfluidics and optofluidics, as well as biological imaging and sensing. We also use computer simulation to understand how proteins evolve and function.

Facilities

The facilities in the biological physics group include:

• Linux cluster with CPU and GPU computing power
• Cell growth instrumentation
• Imaging using fluorescence and holographic techniques
• Microfluidic and optofluidic fabrication

Undergraduate Research Opportunities

Students performing biophysics research will gain experience in a highly interdisciplinary field with elements of physics, biochemistry, and biology. Students can choose between projects that require performing experiments or computer simulations.

For More Information

For more information about the Biological Physics research program at Idaho contact: