Cytoskeletal Mechanics
This book presents views on approaches to modeling cell mechanics. The diversity of opinions stems from the different backgrounds of those who have contributed to the field. The authors come from the biophysics, bioengineering, and physical chemistry communities, and each joins the discussion with their unique perspective on biological systems.
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- Full title :Cytoskeletal Mechanics.
Summary
This book presents views on approaches to modeling cell mechanics. The diversity of opinions stems from the different backgrounds of those who have contributed to the field. The authors come from the biophysics, bioengineering, and physical chemistry communities, and each joins the discussion with their unique perspective on biological systems.
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- Publication Date:2006.
Publication Statements
- Publisher(s):Cambridge University Press
- Place of Publication:Leiden
- Language:eng
- Publication Date:2006.
The Physical Object
- Description:1 online resource (256 pages)
Edition Identifiers
- ISBN:9780511249341, 0511249349
- oclc:ocn780997762
- LC Classification:QH603.C96 C962 2006eb
- Dewey Decimal:571.654
Table of Contents
Cover; Half-title; Title; Copyright; Contents; Contributors; Preface; 1 Introduction, with the biological basis for cell mechanics; 2 Experimental measurements of intracellular mechanics; 3 The cytoskeleton as a soft glassy material; 4 Continuum elastic or viscoelastic models for the cell; 5 Multiphasic models of cell mechanics; 6 Models of cytoskeletal mechanics based on tensegrity; 7 Cells, gels, and mechanics; 8 Polymer-based models of cytoskeletal networks; 9 Cell dynamics and the actin cytoskeleton; 10 Active cellular protrusion: continuum theories and models; 11 Summary; Index.
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