May. 17, 2012

Mapping the Mechanical Properties of Biological Cells and Tissues

JPK Instruments has reported on the multi-faceted research activities of Prof. Dr Jochen Guck who runs simultaneous research at the Universities of Dresden and Cambridge. moreDec. 22, 2009

Multiple Facets of Neuronal Growth

A prerequisite for an understanding of the mechanisms of nerve regeneration and neuronal development is the understanding of the principles of force generation in growth cones - the mechanical and chemical sensor of a neuron. In our working group we try to approach this issue from a variety of different aspects, combining experimental and theoretical studies of actin networks, membrane fluctuations and focal adhesion sites. more