Mechanobiology

The overall course objective is to develop understanding of mechanobiological processes in cells as they relate to both development and disease pathways, focusing on cancer and vascular biology. Students will learn molecular biology techniques for characterizing mechanobiology and cell phenotype, and describe biomechanical analysis protocols including micropipette aspiration, atomic force microscopy, traction force microscopy, and optical/magnetic tweezers.

Credits

3 credits

Course Code

BME 465