All bones start off as cartilage. Cartilage generates an abundant and specialized matrix surrounding its cells (extracellular matrix) that promotes the growth of skeletal structures and is pivotal in ...

A treatment that blocks an age-related protein restored cartilage in aging and injured joints by reprogramming existing cells ...

Cartilage injuries are a common clinical issue, often caused by trauma, severe infections, or degenerative joint diseases. The lack of direct blood supply to cartilage and limited access to nutrients ...

A working group develops strategies for regeneration of articular cartilage and has found that natural cartilage matrix is suitable as a biomaterial for improved cartilage regeneration. Just a few ...

A recent article in Engineering describes the development of a protein-based nanocomposite hydrogel designed to deliver two therapeutic agents—dexamethasone (Dex) and kartogenin (KGN)—to support ...