hMSCs for Osteocyte-like Cell Networks within Strain-Stiffening Bottlebrush Polymer Hydrogels
Monica L. Ohnsorg, Nicole E. Friend, Sophie E. Givens, Daniel Saeb, Kayla M. Mash, Kristi S. Anseth
This study shows that strain-stiffening bottlebrush polymer hydrogels promote osteocyte-like differentiation and functional connectivity in hMSCs compared to collagen matrices.
bioRxiv · Sep 23, 2026 · PreprintBioengineering