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Although tissue\u2010differentiation algorithms offer a powerful predictive framework, their application to spinal fusion modeling is currently limited. In this study, we present one of the first mechano\u2010regulated tissue differentiation algorithms incorporating cell\u2010phenotype\u2010specific activities, with the goal to simulate the fusion process after posterior\u2010LIF. The influence of the model input parameters (\n                    <jats:italic>n<\/jats:italic>\n                    \u2009=\u200923) was first assessed in 2D through fractional factorial analyses to identify the most influential parameters and quantify their effect. Second, we simulate a 3D idealized case study of posterior\u2010LIF at the L4\u2010L5 spinal level. The effects of interbody cage material (Ti6Al4V vs. PEEK) and loading conditions (standing vs. daily activity) on bone concentration and distribution were investigated. 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