Long-distance electrodynamic intermolecular forces

Uncover the groundbreaking work of Marco Pettini and his team, who reveal a surprising force at play in the dance of biomolecules. With the use of two pioneering experiments, they bring to light the existence of long-range electrodynamic (ED) forces between molecules—forces that, until now, remained theoretical. These forces could dramatically change our understanding of cellular dynamics, potentially speeding up certain cellular processes and perhaps even playing a role in drug design. Dive deep with us as we explore this thrilling frontier, ponder its implications in evolution, and imagine its potential uses in biomedical innovation.

Keyword List:

Electrodynamic (ED) forces

Biomolecular interactions

Molecular biology

Aix-Marseille Univ.

Fluorescence correlation spectroscopy

Terahertz spectroscopy

Resonant forces

Molecular condensates

Adenosine triphosphate (ATP)

Biomolecular communications

Optogenetics

Drug design

Evolution

Molecular crowding

https://doi.org/10.1126/sciadv.abl5855