The importance of nematic order and active nematic behaviour to epithelial morphogenesis is becoming increasingly clear. Several approaches have been developed to adapt vertex models, one of the most ubiquitous methods of modelling epithelia, to also include nematic activity. Here, … Read More

Speakers: Urša Uršič (Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics) The first few cell divisions are crucial for successful embryonic development of multicellular organisms. In order to divide properly, a myriad of biochemical and mechanical events need to … Read More

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Hydrophobic attraction, macromolecule adhesion, and even biofouling occur when the surface contact angle exceeds 65°, known as the "Berg limit." While this threshold seems widely applicable, the reasons behind its universality remain unclear. In the seminar, I will discuss our … Read More

Vita Movrin, “Active dynamics of wound closure”Urban Zeleznik, "Topological Transformations in Graph Vertex Model"Marin Sako, “Tensile strength of water with organic impurities” https://indico.ijs.si/event/1872/

Speakers: Žiga Pandur (Faculty of Mechanical Engineering) Cavitation, a sudden decrease in pressure that triggers the formation of vapor and gas bubbles in a liquid medium, can cause many important industrial problems, such as material loss, noise and vibrations in … Read More

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Speakers: Anton Gradišek (Jožef Stefan Institute) Honeybees and bumblebees are social insects and are among the most important pollinators in their ecosystems. They are fascinating creatures and even if we think that we know them well, there is still much … Read More