Topological defects mediate collective transport of confluent cells

Soft Matter 2026 Open access

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Authors: Jiusi Zhang, C. Chan, Bo Li, Rui Zhang
DOI: 10.1039/d6sm00296j
Cited by: 3
References: 96

Abstract

Collective cell migration governs a range of physiological and pathological processes, from tissue morphogenesis to cancer invasion, in which topological defects arise as an inevitable consequence of frequent cellular rearrangement and migration.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Micro and Nano Robotics Liquid Crystal Research Advancements Advanced Materials and Mechanics

Publication details

Journal / source
Soft Matter
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN