@inproceedings{bb5b50eb2d2a4b559a582bae12a117a9,
title = "Mechanical response of single biological cells to externally applied forces",
abstract = "We present an experimental technique capable of applying and measuring very small forces (nanoNewtons) on live biological cells. The technique is based on combing microfabricated molded elastomeric microneedles, and substrate deformation to actively apply loads on single cells. By using fluorescence and differential interference contrast imaging we can quantitatively study the response of biological cells to force exerted on it via the extra cellular matrix. Bovine Aortic Endothelial Cells were cultured on the micropillars and strained in-vitro to demonstrate the experimental technique.",
author = "Samuel, {B. A.} and Haque, {M. A.}",
year = "2008",
doi = "10.1115/IMECE2007-43373",
language = "English (US)",
isbn = "0791843041",
series = "ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, Proceedings",
pages = "1089--1092",
booktitle = "Proceedings of the ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, IMECE 2007",
note = "ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, IMECE 2007 ; Conference date: 11-11-2007 Through 15-11-2007",
}