Materials

Mechanical characterization of native cardiac tissue, including myocardium and infarct tissue. Publications identify specimen origin and protocol.

Mechanical characterization of porous aerogels. Publications specify composition, preparation and loading conditions.

Characterization of synovial-fluid lubrication. Publications identify the lubricant, contact materials and friction protocol.

Mechanical characterization of superficial and deep fascia. Publications describe specimen origin and testing conditions.

Mechanical characterization of uterine and endometrial tissue, including scarred tissue. Consult each publication for specimen preparation and protocol.

Mechanical characterization of peripheral nerves and spinal nerve roots. Publications identify specimen origin and loading protocol.

Mechanical characterization of iris tissue. Publications specify specimen origin, hydration, temperature and testing protocol.

Mechanical characterization of fetal membranes, including amnion, chorioamnion and allantoamnion. Related publications identify specimen origin and test conditions.

Mechanical characterization of nasal cartilage, including septal, alar and lateral cartilage. Consult each publication for specimen preparation and loading protocol.

Mechanical testing of plant tissues, including leaves. Related publications identify the plant species, tissue preparation and loading method.