Lewis Vaughan

Abstract The mechanosensing properties of endothelial cell-cell junctions are essential for vascular beds to respond to the mechanical forces exerted by blood flow. In states of disturbed flow, endothelial cells (ECs) become activated and transition to a pro-inflammatory, atheroprone phenotype.

There are many things that make up a truly great hospitality experience: a sense of luxury, peacefulness, access to new and exciting activities – ask someone why they enjoyed their stay or meal somewhere and you could get a different answer every time. From fluffy towels and exquisite room service to eye-catching art on the lobby walls, at the heart of each and every positive experience is, it could be argued, a sense of attentiveness to the needs of the guest.

Hello and welcome to the August edition of Gigabit! For this month’s exclusive cover story, Gigabit speaks to Procter & Gamble to learn how the firm’s Pampers brand is blending compelling entertainment with cutting-edge ecommerce. Next, Sophie Chapman travels to Dell Technologies’ sleek office in London to learn how the technology giant is giving the NHS a helping hand as it embarks on a mammoth digital transformation journey.