Theorie Kolloquium | November 18, 16:30

Micromechanics of Life: Coordination of Forces by Eukaryotes and Prokaryotes

Benedikt Sabaß

Cells have the ability to generate mechanical forces. Coordination of these forces is not only important for multicellular life, but also plays a role for various diseases. We combine physical theory and traction microscopy to uncover mechanisms of how cells feel and respond to forces. Here, we present a synopsis of recent findings on mechanisms of collective organization, ranging from bacteria to eukaryotic tissue cells.


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