New measurement method for myotube strength. (IMAGE)

Tokyo Metropolitan University

New measurement method for myotube strength.

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When a force is applied to a silicone gel substrate, wrinkles appear on the surface. The same applies to when a myotube on the surface is stimulated with an electrical signal. The length of the wrinkles may be used to characterize the force with which the myotube contracts.

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Tokyo Metropolitan University

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