Strain Gradient Programming in 3D Fibrous Hydrogels to Direct Graded Cell Alignment (Small Methods 1/2023)
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In article number 2201070, Lesman and co-workers use controlled geometry and external stretch to generate programmable gradients in strain and fiber alignment across 3D biological gels, leading to spatial controlled over cell alignment patterns. It provides a new technology for mechanobiology and tissue engineering applications.