Mechanical forces influence different cell types in our bodies. Among the earliest forces
experienced in mammals is blood movement in the vascular system. Blood flow starts at the …

The pharmacology and toxicology of a broad variety of therapies and chemicals have
significantly improved with the aid of the increasing in vitro models of complex human …

Endothelial cells play a major part in the regulation of vascular permeability and
angiogenesis. According to their duty to fit the needs of the underlying tissue, endothelial …

Understanding mechanisms and manifestations of cardiovascular risk factors, including
diabetes, on vascular cells such as endothelial cells, pericytes, and vascular smooth muscle …

Vascular endothelial cells (ECs) are increasingly recognized as active players in
intercellular crosstalk more than passive linings of a conduit for nutrition delivery. Yet, their …

The prevalence of obesity and its associated pathologies continue to increase, which has
led to a renewed interest in our major weight‐regulating organ, the white adipose tissue. It …

The cardiovascular system provides blood supply throughout the body and as such is
perpetually applying mechanical forces to cells and tissues. Thus, this system is primed with …

Staphylococcus aureus is a major human pathogen. It can cause many types of infections, in
particular bacteremia, which frequently leads to infective endocarditis, osteomyelitis, sepsis …

Three-dimensional hPSC-derived lung organoids resemble the fetal lung stage, making
them an excellent model for studying human lung development. However, current hPSC …

Endothelial cells (ECs) are vital structural units of the cardiovascular system possessing two
principal distinctive properties: heterogeneity and plasticity. Endothelial heterogeneity is …