Collagen

Collagen is a fibrous protein found in cartilage and other connective tissue.

What is Collagen?

Collagen is a protein made up of amino-acids, which are in turn built of carbon, oxygen and hydrogen. Collagen contains specific amino acids – Glycine, Proline, Hydroxyproline and Arginine.

Collagen Types and Linked Disorders

Collagen Degradation Pathways in Humans

Latest Collagen News and Research

Research reveals clues to how a molecule improves appearance of surgery scars

Surgical scars treated with a molecule called alphaCT1 showed a long-term improvement in appearance when compared to control scars, according to multicenter, controlled Phase II clinical trials - a finding that could help surgeons improve patient outcomes.

20 Jul 2021

A low-cost biopolymer dressing to help heal chronic wounds

Tens of millions of patients around the world suffer from persistent and potentially life-threatening wounds. These chronic wounds, which are also a leading cause of amputation, have treatments, but the cost of existing wound dressings can prevent them from reaching people in need.

19 Jul 2021

Antihypertension drug may benefit patients with neurofibromatosis type 2

New research led by investigators at Massachusetts General Hospital and Massachusetts Eye and Ear indicates that the blood pressure drug losartan may benefit patients with neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2), a hereditary condition associated with vestibular schwannomas, or noncancerous tumors along the nerves in the brain that are involved with hearing and balance.

15 Jul 2021

A small molecule inhibitor shows promise to reduce the growth of uveal melanoma

Uveal melanoma, or UM, is a rare and deadly cancer of the eye, and the mortality rate has remained unimproved for 40 years. Half of the melanomas spread to other organs of the body, causing death in less than a year, so new treatments to preserve vision and prevent death are an urgent need.

15 Jul 2021

Mechanical factors play a key role in the natural growth of human organs

In addition to chemical factors, mechanical influences play an important role in the natural growth of human organs such as kidneys, lungs and mammary glands - but also in the development of tumors.

13 Jul 2021

Study reveals how non-alcoholic fatty liver disease can develop into a life-threatening complication

Researchers revealed how non-alcoholic fatty liver disease can develop into a life-threatening complication.

13 Jul 2021

Selective immunotoxins may help treat liver fibrosis

Chronic alcohol abuse and hepatitis can injure the liver and lead to fibrosis, the buildup of collagen and scar tissue. As a potential approach to treating liver fibrosis, University of California San Diego School of Medicine researchers and their collaborators are looking for ways to stop liver cells from producing collagen.

12 Jul 2021

Scientists construct nano-scale borate bioactive glass with improved wound healing effects

Recently, with the help of a steady-state strong magnetic field experimental device, scientists constructed nano-scale borate bioactive glass ([email protected]), which can effectively reduce the biological toxicity of borate bioglass, improve the biocompatibility of the glass, and promote the effect of borate bioglass on skin repair.

6 Jul 2021

Connective tissue protein promotes immune responses that fight bacterial infections

A connective tissue protein known to support the framework of organs also encourages immune responses that fight bacterial infections, while restraining responses that can be deadly in the condition called sepsis, a new study finds.

28 Jun 2021

RUDN University doctors find alterations in serum amino acid profile in children with ADHD

RUDN University doctors found alterations in serum amino acid profile in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

17 Jun 2021

Special dipping solution can significantly extend the shelf life of “side streams”

When herring are filleted, more than half their weight becomes a low-value 'side stream' that never reaches our plates - despite being rich in protein and healthy omega-3 fatty acids.

11 Jun 2021

Microgel-coated mesenchymal stromal cells can reverse pulmonary fibrosis

Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago have shown that even after lung tissue has been damaged, it may be possible to reverse fibrosis and promote tissue repair through treatment with microgel-coated mesenchymal stromal cells.

9 Jun 2021

New porous biomaterial could help in bone repair

Scientists at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have developed a new biomaterial made entirely from discarded bullfrog skin and fish scales that could help in bone repair.

27 May 2021

Could an antiviral mouthwash using silver nanoparticles prevent COVID-19?

In a recent study by researchers in Mexico, Russia and Spain, silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) were found to inhibit SARS-CoV-2 in healthcare workers. They propose a non-pharmaceutical public health intervention consisting of mouthwash and nose rinse with an AgNPs solution to reduce morbidity among healthcare personnel exposed to the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

24 May 2021

New level of control over stem cells will help accelerate research, lead to therapeutic applications

Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have been quantifying how different batches of mesenchymal stem cells respond to the mechanical stiffness of their environments.

22 May 2021

An Introduction to the Benefits of the Skin Trust Club

In this interview, News-Medical speaks to Dr. David Caballero-Lima, Head of R&D at Labskin, about the applications and benefits of the Skin Trust Club.

From Labskin 11 May 2021

Researchers use 3-D bioprinting to create custom-shaped cartilage for use in surgical procedures

A team of University of Alberta researchers has discovered a way to use 3-D bioprinting technology to create custom-shaped cartilage for use in surgical procedures. The work aims to make it easier for surgeons to safely restore the features of skin cancer patients living with nasal cartilage defects after surgery.

5 May 2021

4D printing strategy helps fabricate biomimetic microchannel scaffold for spinal fusion

Spinal fusion is frequently performed to restore spinal stability in patients with spinal diseases, such as spinal stenosis, vertebral fractures, progressive deformities, and instability.

5 May 2021

Penn State researchers develop a way to study microenvironment of breast cancer in 3D

Cancerous tumors thrive on blood, extending their roots deep into the fabric of the tissue of their host. They alter the genetics of surrounding cells and evolve to avoid the protective attacks of immune cells.

4 May 2021

Fixing traumatic injuries to the skin and bones using bioprinting during surgery

Fixing traumatic injuries to the skin and bones of the face and skull is difficult because of the many layers of different types of tissues involved, but now, researchers have repaired such defects in a rat model using bioprinting during surgery, and their work may lead to faster and better methods of healing skin and bones.

26 Apr 2021

Collagen

Overview

Collagen Molecular Structure

Collagen Fibrillar Structure

Collagen Synthesis

Feature Articles

Collagen Medical Uses

Collagen Uses

Collagen Types and Linked Disorders

Collagen Degradation Pathways in Humans

Latest Collagen News and Research

Research reveals clues to how a molecule improves appearance of surgery scars

A low-cost biopolymer dressing to help heal chronic wounds

Antihypertension drug may benefit patients with neurofibromatosis type 2

A small molecule inhibitor shows promise to reduce the growth of uveal melanoma

Mechanical factors play a key role in the natural growth of human organs

Study reveals how non-alcoholic fatty liver disease can develop into a life-threatening complication

Selective immunotoxins may help treat liver fibrosis

Scientists construct nano-scale borate bioactive glass with improved wound healing effects

Connective tissue protein promotes immune responses that fight bacterial infections

RUDN University doctors find alterations in serum amino acid profile in children with ADHD

Special dipping solution can significantly extend the shelf life of “side streams”

Microgel-coated mesenchymal stromal cells can reverse pulmonary fibrosis

New porous biomaterial could help in bone repair

Could an antiviral mouthwash using silver nanoparticles prevent COVID-19?

New level of control over stem cells will help accelerate research, lead to therapeutic applications

An Introduction to the Benefits of the Skin Trust Club

Researchers use 3-D bioprinting to create custom-shaped cartilage for use in surgical procedures

4D printing strategy helps fabricate biomimetic microchannel scaffold for spinal fusion

Penn State researchers develop a way to study microenvironment of breast cancer in 3D

Fixing traumatic injuries to the skin and bones using bioprinting during surgery

World Brain Day 2021: An interview with Professor Alan Thompson

Preventing lethal blood clots

Curbing COVID-19 through border controls and restricted entry

Collagen

Overview

Feature Articles

Collagen Medical Uses

Collagen Uses

Collagen Types and Linked Disorders

Collagen Degradation Pathways in Humans

Latest Collagen News and Research

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