Research Background Vascular system development is a highly precise regulatory process involving two key stages: vasculogenesis and angiogenesis. Although the VEGF (vascular endothelial growth factor) and Wnt signaling pathways have been confirmed to regulate vascular development in the peripheral and central nervous systems (CNS), respectively, th...

1. Research Background Atherosclerosis is the primary pathological basis of cardiovascular diseases, closely associated with endothelial cell (EC) dysfunction. Hemodynamic factors play a critical role in the regional selectivity of atherosclerosis: oscillatory shear stress (OS) (e.g., at vascular bifurcations) promotes plaque formation, while pulsa...

Endothelial cells play a crucial role in the vascular system, regulating hemostasis, vasodilation, immune responses, and inflammation through intercellular junctions (IJs). However, excessive mechanical loading can lead to endothelial cell damage and endothelial barrier dysfunction. Understanding the dynamic rupture mechanisms of intercellular junc...

In pathological conditions, alterations in tissue mechanical properties are one of the prominent features of many diseases, such as cancer. The tumor vascular system plays a critical role in tumor growth, but its structure and function often become abnormal, manifesting as disorganized, tortuous, and leaky blood vessels. Research has shown that the...

Breakthrough Research on Micro-Scale Exploration of Thrombolysis Kinetics Research Background and Problem Venous thromboembolism (VTE), a severe health condition, causes approximately 500,000 deaths annually in the United States alone. The occurrence of VTE is closely related to the formation and resistance to dissolution of thrombi in veins, commo...