In-silico rheometry of endothelial cells under start-up shear experiments

• Main Author: Ψαράκη, Κωνσταντίνα
• Other Authors: Psaraki, Konstantina
• Language: English
• Published: 2022
• Subjects: Poroelasticity; Fluid structure interaction; Biphasic structure interaction; Endothelium; Wall shear stress; Recirculation; Ποροελαστικότητα; Ενδοθήλιο

The endothelium, a monolayer of endothelial cells (ECs), constitutes the inner cellular lining of the blood vessels (arteries, veins, and capillaries) and the lymphatic system, and therefore is in direct contact with the blood and the circulating cells. It is now recognized to be a main pillar in th...