Lipid–Protein Interactions in Membranes: implications for health and disease

Abstract

Biophysical Society Thematic Meeting, Hyderabad, India, 1–5 November 2012

It should come as no surprise that membrane lipids can profoundly affect the functions of membrane proteins. In turn, lipid–protein interactions play a major role in normal cell functioning, and hence in human health and disease. This meeting on ‘Lipid–Protein Interactions in Membranes’ brought together researchers from around the world to a serene oasis within the bustling metropolis of Hyderabad, India. Major aspects of this emerging field where lipids and proteins intersect were covered, with a particular focus on membrane receptors, ion channels and transporters, as well as technical challenges and advances. Here, we summarize the presentations, highlighting their clinical implications.