Mapping the actin and actin binding proteins interactions : from micromechanics to single molecule force spectroscopy

Thesis (Ph. D.)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Biological Engineering Division, 2007. === Includes bibliographical references. === Mechanical forces play an important role in cell morphology, orientation, migration, adhesion and can even induce apoptosis. The eukaryotic cell is equipped wit...

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Main Author: Ferrer, Jorge M., 1976-
Other Authors: Matthew J. Lang and Roger D. Kamm.
Format: Others
Language:English
Published: Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2008
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/40950