Modelling perspectives on the intestinal crypt, a canonical system for growth, mechanics and remodelling
The intestinal epithelium is crucial to maintaining a healthy gut. Central to this are the crypts of Lieberkühn, which coordinate the rapid self-renewal of the epithelium to protect the small intestine and colon during digestion. Further, mutations in crypt cells may initiate colorectal cancer. It i...
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| Format: | Journal article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2020
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