Osteoarthritis (OA) is a major cause of disability and socioeconomic loss worldwide.
However, the current pharmacological approaches used to treat OA are largely palliative …

Hyaline cartilages, fibrocartilages and elastic cartilages play multiple roles in the human
body including bearing loads in articular joints and intervertebral discs, providing joint …

The existence of orderly structures, such as tissues and organs is made possible by cell
adhesion, ie, the process by which cells attach to neighbouring cells and a supporting …

The extracellular matrix (ECM) is a ubiquitous member of the body and is key to the
maintenance of tissue and organ integrity. Initially thought to be a bystander in many cellular …

The cardiac extracellular matrix (ECM) is a complex architectural network consisting of
structural and nonstructural proteins, creating strength and plasticity. The nonstructural …

Connective tissue is one of the four major types of animal tissue and plays essential roles
throughout the human body. Genetic factors, aging, and trauma all contribute to connective …

Asthma | From Bronchoconstriction to Airways Inflammation and Remodeling | American
Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine ATS Journals Logo Official Publications …

Several polymers of both natural and synthetic origin have been used for a variety of
biomedical applications including pharmaceutical preparations, drug targeting, imaging …

This paper presents an overview of the anatomy, physiology, and biology of the lymphatic
system specifically relevant to lymphatic drug delivery. We will briefly review the classic fluid …

Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) are an important component of the extracellular matrix as they
influence cell behavior and have been sought for tissue regeneration, biomaterials, and …