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We study fundamental aspects of cellular interactions with the extracellular matrix. We are particularly interested in the ways by which the mechanical features of the extracellular matrix affect cellular functions under normal and disease conditions, including their effects on cancer progression. We study fundamental aspects of cellular interactions with the extracellular matrix. We are particularly interested in the ways by which the mechanical features of the extracellular matrix affect cellular functions under normal and disease conditions, including their effects on cancer progression.