Main description:

The manipulation and control of cells and sub-cellular structures through magnetic nanoparticle-based actuation is a relatively new technique that has led to novel and exciting biomedical applications. Nanomagnetic actuation is being used in laboratory studies of stem cells to determine how these mechanical cues can be used to control stem cell differentiation for regenerative medicine applications. This book explores this rapidly expanding field. It will interest industry bioscientists and biomedical engineers as well as academics in cellular biomechanics, cell and tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine.

Key Features

Focuses on the fundamentals and applications of magnetic actuation
Includes contributions by world-class researchers from several countries and is edited by a well-known researcher in this field
Offers multidisciplinary coverage and applications
Supplies extensive references at the end of each chapter

Contents:

Basic Principles of Nanomagnetic Actuation. Nanomagnetic Actuation for Cell and Tissue Engineering. Formation of Tissue Constructs Using Magnetic Nanoparticles. Activation of Mechanosensitive Ion Channels Using Magnetic Nanoparticles. Magnetic Twisting Cytometry. Development of Magnetic Needle Actuation Systems. The Magnetic Force Bioreactor. Nanomagnetic Activation of Cell Signaling Pathways via Receptor Clustering. Cellular Apoptosis Induced by Coupling of Radiofrequency Magnetic Fields to Receptor-Bound Magnetic Nanoparticles.