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Matrix stiffness and MMP-sensitivity influence the formation of cellular networks. Starting from single cells, dense and evenly distributed cellular networks are formed in soft MMP-sensitive gels within three weeks. With increasing stiffness the cell distribution becomes less homogenous and less dense. The formation of cellular networks in MMP-insensitive soft hydrogels is largely reduced, and in intermediate or stiff hydrogels is almost absent.
