Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Meryl Spencer"
- Meryl Spencer's recent research includes a study on NHS orthodontic services in Wales, examining the distribution of orthodontic workforce and the activity commissioned in primary care, revealing significant regional disparities in service provision.
- Her work also investigates cellular mechanics and mechanosensing, focusing on how epithelial cells respond to mechanical stress through scaling of apical stress fibers, contributing to our understanding of developmental biology and tissue mechanics.
- Additionally, Spencer has explored theoretical properties of vertex models used in simulations of foams and epithelial tissues, providing insights into cell stability and motion in biological systems under various conditions.