Patterning of controllable surface wettability has attracted wide scientific attention due to its
importance in both fundamental research and practical applications. In particular, it is crucial …

The ability to produce patterns of single or multiple cells through precise surface
engineering of cell culture substrates has promoted the development of cellular bioassays …

Expression of α-smooth muscle actin (α-SMA) renders fibroblasts highly contractile and
hallmarks myofibroblast differentiation. We identify α-SMA as a mechanosensitive protein …

This volume chronicles the proceedings of the Third International Symposium on Contact
Angle, Wettability and Adhesion held in Providence, Rhode Island, May 20a 23, 2002. This …

Microcontact printing (μCP) is a straightforward method for the preparation of micro-and
nanostructured surfaces. The key element in μCP is a polymeric stamp with a relief pattern …

Plasma hydrophilization and subsequent hydrophobic recovery are studied for ten different
polymers of microfabrication interest: polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS), polymethylmethacrylate …

Microcontact printing is a remarkable surface patterning technique. Developed about 10
years ago, it has triggered enormous interest from the surface science community, as well as …

Nerve regeneration is a complex biological phenomenon. Once the nervous system is
impaired, its recovery is difficult and malfunctions in other parts of the body may occur …

Transparent, biodegradable, mechanically robust, and surface‐patterned silk films were
evaluated for the effect of surface morphology on human corneal fibroblast (hCF) cell …

Spatiotemporal manipulation of extracellular chemical environments with simultaneous
monitoring of cellular responses plays an essential role in exploring fundamental biological …