Mapping cellular-scale internal mechanics in 3D tissues with thermally responsive hydrogel probes
Local mechanical properties are important to cellular function; but conventional measurement techniques are limited in intact, living, 3D tissues. Here, the authors report on swellable hydrogel microparticles to monitor mechanical properties in situ via a temperature change.
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Nature Portfolio
2020-09-01
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| Series: | Nature Communications |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-020-18469-7 |