Quantum Biology

Quantum biology is an interdisciplinary field that explores the application of quantum mechanics principles and phenomena to biological systems. It seeks to understand how quantum processes and interactions influence the behavior, functioning, and dynamics of biological systems at various scales, from molecules and cells to organisms and ecosystems. By investigating the potential role of quantum effects in biological processes, quantum biology aims to uncover new insights and mechanisms that may govern biological phenomena.

This Research Topic aims to showcase recent advancements, discoveries, and applications at the intersection of Quantum Physics and Biology and correlated matters. It will provide a platform for leading scientists and researchers to share their groundbreaking work, foster collaborations, and contribute to the growing field of Quantum Biology.

Research in quantum biology encompasses a wide range of topics:
- Photobiology and Photomedicine: Investigating the quantum processes involved in light absorption, energy transfer, and charge separation within chromophores complexes.
- Magnetic Navigation: Exploring the mechanisms behind the navigation abilities of certain animals, such as birds and insects.
- Quantum Biology in Brain Function: Investigating quantum processes in neural systems and exploring potential quantum effects in cognition, information processing, and consciousness.
- Quantum Sensing in Biological Systems: Exploring the use of quantum phenomena in biological sensing (In humans and other animals).
- Enzymatic Reactions: Studying quantum tunneling, coherence, and entanglement effects in enzymatic reactions.
- Electron Transport in Proteins: Investigating how proteins can transport electrons efficiently over long distances.
- Quantum Effects in Biological Systems: Studying how quantum effects (at atomic and molecular levels) influence cell processes.

Quantum biology is a rapidly evolving field and ongoing research continues to uncover new aspects and applications. Therefore, quantum biology is broader than the listed topics above.

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Article types

This Research Topic accepts the following article types, unless otherwise specified in the Research Topic description:

• Brief Research Report
• Editorial
• FAIR² Data
• FAIR² DATA Direct Submission
• General Commentary
• Methods
• Mini Review
• Opinion
• Original Research
• Perspective
• Review
• Technology and Code

Keywords: Photobiomedicine, Enzymatic Reactions, Magnetic Navigation, Electron Transport in Proteins, Quantum Sensing, Effects in Biological Systems

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