How Does Nanoscale Biophysics Differ from Traditional Biophysics?
Traditional biophysics examines biological systems at the macroscopic or microscopic levels, often relying on bulk measurements and less precise techniques. In contrast, nanoscale biophysics employs advanced tools like atomic force microscopy (AFM), scanning tunneling microscopy (STM), and optical tweezers to study interactions and mechanics at the scale of 1-100 nanometers. This nanoscale approach allows for a more detailed understanding of molecular dynamics and interactions, which are often obscured in larger-scale analyses.
