Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
5893760 Current Opinion in Genetics & Development 2011 8 Pages PDF
Abstract
► The importance of mechanics for cell functioning is becoming increasingly clear. ► Cells in the nervous system respond to their mechanical environment. ► Atomic force microscopy is a perfect tool to investigate cell and tissue mechanics. ► AFM enables high-resolution topographical and mechanical imaging and manipulation. ► Future work will reveal how mechanics contributes to nervous system development.
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