Recent Advances of Collagen-Based Biomaterials: Multi-Hierarchical Structure, Modification and Biomedical Applications

Recent advances of collagen-based biomaterials: Multi-hierarchical structure, modification and biomedical applications

Collagen is the most abundant structural protein of connective tissues including skin, tendon, bone and cartilage in mammals. The complicated biosynth…

Allotex Files IDE with FDA for Collagen-Based Corneal Implant

Allotex announced the submission of its investigational device exemption (IDE) to the FDA, marking a step toward US clinical trials of the company’s human collagen-based corneal implant, Allo-1. Allo-1 offers a novel approach to near vision enhancement through biologic tissue addition. The implant is designed to augment the cornea using precision-shaped human collagen—offering a reversible, minimally invasive alternative to reading glasses and c…