Biomedical researchers have decoded how mechanical forces drive cell behavior in fibrosis. The cells in human bodies are subject to both chemical and mechanical forces. But up until recently ...

Cystic fibrosis (CF) treatment typically involves procedures and medications that help clear the airways. Other treatments may include antibiotics, pancreatic enzymes, a high-calorie diet, and ...

Background Intestinal fibrosis resulting in stricture formation and obstruction in Crohn’s disease (CD) and increased wall stiffness leading to symptoms in ulcerative colitis (UC) is among the largest ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder characterized by inflammation and bone erosion. The exact mechanism of RA is still unknown, but various immune cytokines, signaling pathways and ...

Centre for 3D models of Health and Disease, Division of Surgery and Interventional Science, University College London, London W1W 7TY, U.K. Centre for 3D models of Health and Disease, Division of ...