Linear Dependency of NMR Relaxation Rates on Shear Modulus in Hydrogels.
basic_science · Level V
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Abstract
It is found that the NMR relaxation rates of diffusants in peptide hydrogels have a linear dependency on the shear modulus of the hydrogels. This finding opens the door for non-invasive and forceless mechanical characterizations of materials and tissues using NMR and MRI.