Mammary gland cells have unique mechanical properties, which are essential for developmental function. We study the relation between cellular / environmental mechanics and the potential of the cells to secret milk components in culture, for designing cultivated milk technologies.
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Yifat Brill-Karniely
Researcher- Host institution: The Volcani Center
- Position: Principal investigator
- Discipline: Agricultural science, Animal science, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Biology, Cellular biology, Computational science, Mechanical engineering, Tissue engineering
- Alternative protein type: Cultivated
- Collaboration opportunities: Industry partnership, Joint research, Providing guest lectures, Technical consultation
- Hiring for: Graduate students, Postdoctoral fellows, Research staff, Undergraduate students
- Region: Middle East
- Technology focus: Bioprocess design, Cell culture media, Cell line development, Computational modeling, Strain development
- Location: Rishon LeTsiyon, Center District, Israel