2 papers
physics.bio-ph2020
The role of mechanics in the growth and homeostasis of the intestinal crypt
Axel A. Almet, Helen M. Byrne, Philip K. Maini +1
We present a mechanical model of tissue homeostasis that is specialised to the intestinal crypt. Growth and deformation of the crypt, idealised as a line of cells on a substrate, a…
physics.bio-ph2018
Post-buckling behaviour of a growing elastic rod
Axel A. Almet, Helen M. Byrne, Philip K. Maini +1
We consider mechanically-induced pattern formation within the framework of a growing, planar, elastic rod attached to an elastic foundation. Through a combination of weakly nonline…