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A phenomenological model for the evolution of shape transition of cells is considered. These transitions are determined by the emission of growth-factors, as well as mechanical interaction if cells are subjected to hard impingement. The originality of this model necessitates a formal treatment of the mathematical model, as well as the presentation of elementary cases in order to illustrate the consistence of the model. We will also show some small-scale relevant applications.
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Vermolen, F.J., Gefen, A. A phenomenological model for chemico-mechanically induced cell shape changes during migration and cell–cell contacts. Biomech Model Mechanobiol 12, 301–323 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10237-012-0400-0
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