The measurement of cell adhesion and cell elasticity is a primary focus of research activity in the life sciences. Many different disciplines are interested in the interaction of cells with other cells or substrates. To date, cellular adhesion has been studied with fluorescence microscopy, capillary techniques or mechanical methods such as rotation assays and flow chambers. All these methods have their limitations. Either they provide qualitative, difficult-to-interpret results or are difficult to operate. The need for quantitative and statistically reliable measurements has proved elusive - until now.

JPK provides special solutions to overcome the limitations of present methods

• CellHesion® module- add-on for the NanoWizard® BioAFM, combined solution for AFM imaging and cellular mechanics studies
• CellHesion® 200 - based on NanoWizard® technology, dedicated system solution for advanced cell adhesion and cell elasticity studies