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Margaret L. Gardel is a Professor in the Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago. Her research focuses on cell adhesion and migration, exploring how physical behaviors are regulated by the structure of the actin cytoskeleton. Gardel utilizes approaches from condensed matter physics, cell biology, and biochemistry to study the physical properties of actin cytoskeletons, focal adhesions, and associated cellular activities. She has made significant contributions to understanding how mechanical sensitivity in cytoskeletal networks impacts cellular function and behavior. Gardel's laboratory is dedicated to uncovering the mechanisms governing cellular response to mechanical stimuli, providing critical insights into the complex interplay between cellular structure and function. Over her career, she has published numerous papers that advance the knowledge in biophysics and cellular biology, with a particular emphasis on how mechanical forces regulate cellular architecture and dynamics.
Department of Philosophy