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We studied a Brownian particle searching for a hidden target. A new power-law scaling for reaction rates was discovered, differing from standard models.

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  • Biophysics
  • Chemical Kinetics
  • Statistical Mechanics

Background:

  • Cellular processes often involve targets that are not always accessible.
  • Understanding reaction kinetics in dynamic environments is crucial for biological function.

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