Training. According to the American Physical Therapy Association, there were more than 200 accredited physical therapy programs in 2013. Master of Physical Therapy or Master of Science in Physical Therapy degrees are no longer offered in the U.S., and PTs in training now receive a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.
Cell Membrane. The cell membrane (plasma membrane) is a thin semi-permeable membrane that surrounds the cytoplasm of a cell. Its function is to protect the integrity of the interior of the cell by allowing certain substances into the cell, while keeping other substances out.
Structural Biochemistry/Cell Organelles/Animal Cell - Parts. 1  Cell Membrane: The cell membrane is a fluid mosaic structure which is composed of a phospholipid bilayer and other important macromolecules such as proteins. The cell membrane separates the cell from the environment and allows the movement of materials in and out of the cell.