Previously the oldest molecular signature of chitin-protein complex was discovered in 25 million year old Cenozoic fossils and remnants of structural protein have also been discovered in 80 ...

The researchers showed that the majority of carbon, nitrogen and oxygen found in these fossils from the Paleozoic era were derived from a protein-chitin complex. Not surprisingly, the protein ...

Chitin (kai’tin) and healthy fats from insects appear to contribute to healthy gut microbiota and are strong sources of protein and nutrients, according to a paper co-authored by a Colorado ...

Chitin beads were coated with Gus-Cts1 or Gus-Jps1 fusion proteins. Only the Gus-Cts1 fusion protein was bound to chitin beads, corroborating the binding ability of N-terminal Cts1 fusion proteins.

Chitin acts a bit like the protein keratin found in human nails. The chitin in insects and crustaceans helps make their hard, protective outer shell. Chitosan is a form of chitin normally used as ...

THE chitinous integument of many invertebrates consists not of chitin alone but also incorporates much structural protein. In the more highly sclerotinized arthropod shells, indeed, this may far ...

Chitin hydrogel is recognized as a promising material for a variety of biomedical applications. Its biocompatibility and biodegradability make it useful in tissue repair, artificial organs, and ...

Chitinous Martian: two objects made using a chitin-based material that could be made on Mars. (Courtesy: Javier G Fernandez/CC-BY) Early settlers on Mars could build their homes using a material that ...