Unlocking the secrets of collagen: How sea creature superpowers are inspiring smart biomaterials for human health

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Dec 6, 2024, 4:02 pm353 ptsTop
Major findings on the inner workings of a brittle star's ability to reversibly control the pliability of its tissues will help researchers solve the puzzle of mutable collagenous tissue (MCT) and potentially inspire new "smart" biomaterials for human health applications.

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