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Tag: Ryan Calcutt

First artificial scaffolds for studying plant cell growth (Links to an external site)

October 20, 2021January 10, 2022
Ram Dixit, mechanobiology

As a baby seedling emerges from the depths of the soil, it faces a challenge: gravity’s downward push. To succeed, the plant must sense the force, then push upward with an even greater force. Visible growth is proof that the seedling has won against the force of gravity.

WU Mechanobiology

Guy Genin

MSC: 1185-208-125

1 Brookings Drive

St. Louis, MO 63130

genin@wustl.edu

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