Is DNA a nonlinear dynamical system where solitary conformational waves are possible?

Journal of biosciences

Ludmila V Yakushevich1¹ 

[1] Institute of Cell Biophysics, Russian Academy of Sciences, Pushchino, Moscow Region, 142290 Russia$$

关键词: DNA dynamics;    nonlinear model;    solitons;    unwound regions;   

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来源: Indian Academy of Sciences

【 摘 要 】

DNA is considered as a nonlinear dynamical system in which solitary conformational waves can be excited. The history of the approach, the main results, and arguments in favour and against are presented. Perspectives are discussed pertaining to studies of DNA’s nonlinear properties.

【 授权许可】

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