Nuclear magnetic resonance: molecules, cells and animals

Since its discovery in 1945, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) has developed into one of the most important techniques utilized in almost all branches of science. In the field of life sciences itself, NMR applications cover problems at almost all levels: structure and function of biological molecules, cellular metabolism, morphology and chemistry of intact organs such as brain, heart and liver, microscopy of tissues, and as a diagnostic tool in medicine. Some information on the current status of the developments in diverse areas of biological NMR, with particular attention to interests of neuroscientists is given. The future trends in biological NMR is also presented. (author). 14 refs