Tissue Mechanics Laboratory
The Tissue Mechanics Laboratory provides specialized instruments and methods to characterize the mechanical properties of soft biological materials, as well as quantitative loads to living tissues.
We aim to foster research in these areas and offer a resource for the University of Minnesota community and industry partners.
Available instruments
After you’ve completed training, join the Google Group [email protected]. You’ll get access to the Google Calendar for reserving equipment.
Users must have a valid charge number on file with the equipment specialist.
Location
312 Church St. SE
7-202 Nils Hasselmo Hall
Minneapolis, MN
Training
Hands-on training is required in order to operate the TML equipment safely, properly, and in the most efficient manner.
To set up a training session, contact [email protected].
Team
- Director: Professor Victor Barocas
- Assistant director: Professor Pat Alford
- Equipment specialist: Emily Hoffman, [email protected]