- Biomedical Potential of Unchlorinated Briarane Diterpenes from Gorgonians and Sea Pens

Bowden, Bruce F.; Vasilescu, Ioana M.

doi:10.1201/b14723-30

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“…As opposed to mammalian collagen, which poses pathological risks in the transmission of viral diseases, marine collagen, is considered safer and easier to extract. Indeed, marine-derived collagens were proved to be less immunogenic and may avoid secondary complications occurring when used in human body [65]. Marine collagen is known to increase skin moisture levels and help protect against the UV exposure and photoaging effects and therefore is of high interest for use in cosmetics.…”

Section: Chitin and Chitosanmentioning

confidence: 99%

Marine-Derived Polymeric Materials and Biomimetics: An Overview

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The review covers recent literature on the ocean as both a source of biotechnological tools and as a source of bio-inspired materials. The emphasis is on marine biomacromolecules namely hyaluronic acid, chitin and chitosan, peptides, collagen, enzymes, polysaccharides from algae, and secondary metabolites like mycosporines. Their specific biological, physicochemical and structural properties together with relevant applications in biocomposite materials have been included. Additionally, it refers to the marine organisms as source of inspiration for the design and development of sustainable and functional (bio)materials. Marine biological functions that mimic reef fish mucus, marine adhesives and structural colouration are explained.

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Section: Chitin and Chitosanmentioning

confidence: 99%

Marine-Derived Polymeric Materials and Biomimetics: An Overview

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“…Collagens have been recognized for their biological action, with a great potential to be used in the cosmetic field, where new generations bring new targets, toward beauty and maintenance of young appearance, and the search for safe and inexpensive ingredients are constant. In this regard, marine proteins, and marine collagens in particular, nowadays, are being presented as excellent functional ingredients for the cosmetic industry [ 17 , 82 , 83 , 84 ]. For instance, its properties take to the development of creams and gels with high moisturizing action, but other activities are also foreseen, as anti-aging, anti-wrinkling or UV radiation protectors [ 85 ].…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Marine collagens has been found to have applications in the healing of wounds resulting from different traumas (burns, grafting, ulcerations, etc . ), with collagen-based materials being used mainly to prevent moisture and heat loss from the wounded tissue, while providing as well a microbial infiltration barrier [ 82 , 83 ]. Besides, they have also been used in drug delivery systems, for example, collagen shields in ophthalmology, mini-pellets and tablets for protein delivery, gel formulation in combination with liposomes as controlling material for transdermal delivery, and nanoparticles for gene delivery [ 72 , 82 , 83 , 89 , 90 , 91 ].…”

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confidence: 99%

Marine Origin Collagens and Its Potential Applications

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Collagens are the most abundant high molecular weight proteins in both invertebrate and vertebrate organisms, including mammals, and possess mainly a structural role, existing different types according with their specific organization in distinct tissues. From this, they have been elected as one of the key biological materials in tissue regeneration approaches. Also, industry is constantly searching for new natural sources of collagen and upgraded methodologies for their production. The most common sources are from bovine and porcine origin, but other ways are making their route, such as recombinant production, but also extraction from marine organisms like fish. Different organisms have been proposed and explored for collagen extraction, allowing the sustainable production of different types of collagens, with properties depending on the kind of organism (and their natural environment) and extraction methodology. Such variety of collagen properties has been further investigated in different ways to render a wide range of applications. The present review aims to shed some light on the contribution of marine collagens for the scientific and technological development of this sector, stressing the opportunities and challenges that they are and most probably will be facing to assume a role as an alternative source for industrial exploitation.

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“…In comparison with other biomolecules, collagen has the great advantage of forming biomaterials with network and porous structures, with a mechano-elastic behavior suitable for various biomedical applications [58]. Collagen participates in the treatment of the cartilage and bone by cell proliferation and is able to regenerate tissue damaged by injury or wear [59].…”

Section: Bone Substitutesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Tilapia (Oreochromis aureus) Collagen for Medical Biomaterials

Valenzuela-Rojo¹,

López‐Cervantes²,

Sánchez‐Machado³

2018

Seaweed Biomaterials

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Collagen is a natural polymer widely used in pharmaceutical products and nutritional supplement due to its biocompatibility and biodegradability. Collagen is a fibrous protein that supports various tissues, and its primary structure is formed by repeated units of glycineproline-hydroxyproline. Traditional sources of collagen, such as bovine and pig skins or chicken waste, limit their use due to the dangers of animal-borne diseases. Thus, marine animals are an alternative for the extraction of collagen. The common name of Oreochromis aureus is tilapia, widely cultivated for sale as frozen fillets. During its processing, a large amount of collagen-rich wastes are generated. Therefore, the objective of this book chapter is to prove the potential of tilapia skin as an alternative source of collagen for the elaboration of biomaterials. Additionally to the literature review, experimental results of the extraction and characterization of tilapia skin collagen for use in medical dressings are presented.

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- Biomedical Potential of Unchlorinated Briarane Diterpenes from Gorgonians and Sea Pens

Cited by 16 publications

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Marine-Derived Polymeric Materials and Biomimetics: An Overview

Marine-Derived Polymeric Materials and Biomimetics: An Overview

Marine Origin Collagens and Its Potential Applications

Tilapia (Oreochromis aureus) Collagen for Medical Biomaterials

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