J. G. Orlandi and J. M. Sancho
EPJ-E, 29-3, pp. 329-336 (2009)
Abstract:
We study channel transport across biomembranes. We propose a model that couples the diffusive dynamics with the gating process via a two-state ratchet mechanism. This gating process is governed by ATP binding and hydrolysis, and the process exhibits Michaelis-Menten enzymatic kinetics. The particle flow and permeability of the channel are studied both analytically and numerically in the steady-state regime, while working between fixed concentrations. The results are compared with simpler models and with experimental data. Also, a simulation framework, that allows high flexibility in parameter exploration, is introduced.
