NMR of Paramagnetic Molecules
Applications to Metallobiomolecules and Models

This updated and expanded guide describes how to perform high-resolution NMR experiments, obtain structural and dynamic information on paramagnetic metal ion-containing systems, interpret NMR spectra of paramagnetic molecules, and improve experimental techniques

Ivano Bertini (Author), Claudio Luchinat (Author), Giacomo Parigi (Author), Enrico Ravera (Author)

9780444634368, Elsevier Science

Hardback, published 23 September 2016

508 pages
23.4 x 19 x 3 cm, 1.22 kg

NMR of Paramagnetic Molecules: Applications to Metallobiomolecules and Models, Second Edition is a self-contained, comprehensive reference for chemists, physicists, and life scientists whose research involves analyzing paramagnetic compounds. Since the previous edition of this book was published, there have been many advancements in the field of paramagnetic NMR spectroscopy. This completely updated and expanded edition contains the latest fundamental theory and methods for mastery of this analytical technique. Users will learn how to interpret the NMR spectra of paramagnetic molecules, improve experimental techniques, and strengthen their understanding of the underlying theory and applications.

1. Introduction2. The hyperfine shift3. The effect of partial orientation: residual dipolar couplings4. Relaxation5. High resolution solid-state NMR in paramagnetic molecules6. Chemical exchange, chemical equilibria, and dynamics7. Transition metal ions: shift and relaxation8. Lanthanoids and actinoids: shift and relaxation9. Paramagnetic restraints for structure and dynamics of biomolecules10. Relaxometry and contrast agents for MRI11. Magnetic coupled systems12. Hints on experimental techniques

Subject Areas: Physical chemistry [PNR], Spectrum analysis, spectrochemistry, mass spectrometry [PNFS], Atomic & molecular physics [PHM], Electricity, electromagnetism & magnetism [PHK]