Researchers from the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and UK biotechnology company Jellagen Ltd have delved into the mysteries of jellyfish collagen, revealing its potential as a revolutionary biomaterial for medical applications.
Published in the October 2023 edition of the journal Materials Today Bio, their research presents a compelling case for the application of jellyfish collagen in supporting various human cells and specialized biological functions.
Jellagen’s journey began with the realization that most cells in the human body require physical support for reproduction, communication, and tissue formation. Extracellular matrices (ECMs), networks of proteins serving as scaffolds, play a crucial role in tissue development.
500-million-year-old jellyfish collagen could be key to lab grown organs
