Cold Spring Harb Perspect Biol January 2011 PMID 21421911

The collagen family.

Sylvie Ricard-Blum

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92
Peak: 4 in Jan 2021
across 4 sources since May 2020

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What people are saying

Posts that delve into the molecular aspects, like the role of collagen in vasculature and tissue support, demonstrate deep engagement and appreciation for its biological functions. Others mention recent discoveries and applications, reflecting high interest, but most discussions stay within scientific and educational contexts rather than broad societal impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the scientific importance of the collagen family, with some referencing its structural features, indicating general support and appreciation.

InterestHigh interest

The topic of collagens, especially the recent discoveries and their diverse functions, sparks high curiosity and engagement among posters.

EngagementModerate engagement

Commenters reference specific research features, such as mechanisms of collagen influence in cancer and tissue support, showing active interest and understanding.

ImpactModerate impact

While some posts promote collagen-based products, the discussions primarily emphasize scientific and structural significance, implying moderate influence beyond consumer markets.

Abstract in brief

  • Collagens are the most common proteins in mammals and include 28 different types, all containing at least one triple-helix structure.
  • They are mainly found in the extracellular matrix, where they form complex structures that provide tissue support and determine tissue shape and strength.
  • Collagens also interact with cells through various receptors, influencing cell growth, movement, and development, with some types specific to certain tissues and functions.]

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Científicas Mexicanas A.C.
@CientificasMxAC · X

Aquí más referencias y estudios al respecto ⬇️ https://t.co/X6l8GG1qeg https://t.co/Tv4sQRZ4qH https://t.co/SUxZIjekS1 https://t.co/1XzUbN3mfP

Nov 29, 2020 · 15 likes · 2 shares · 11,517 followers View post →
Katharine Hubert
@cripple_vs_stem · X

The defining feature of the collagen family is the triple helix, but collagens are further divided into 7 groups based on their assembly. Use this diagram as a guide for the #28daysofcollagen to appreciate the function and structure of each family member. https://t.co/i87n90v3tH

Jan 31, 2023 · 9 likes · 1 share · 733 followers View post →
George Sflomos
@sflomos · X

Great review of the collagen family and mechanochemistry

Jan 25, 2023 · 4 likes · 1,115 followers View post →
Applied Nutrition
@AppliedNutri · X

The Collagen Family is Now Here! Unflavoured and completely tasteless, can be added to any food, yoghurt, shake, hot & cold drinks and much more. Swipe

May 8, 2020 · 3 likes · 7,717 followers View post →
Sociedad SEEN
@sociedadSEEN · X

Dec 28, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 17,262 followers View post →
Applied Nutrition
@AppliedNutri · X

The Collagen Family is Now Here! Collagen Peptides - From Bovine. ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ Marine Collagen - From Wild Caught Fish. ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ Keto Collagen - Bovine Collagen + MCT Healthy Fats. Swipe… https://t.co/LlQNEyDa2B

May 8, 2020 · 2 likes · 7,717 followers View post →

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tim in thailand
@paulwall1133 · X

@BreezerGalway @Myspoon1984 @AlBowers1 Notably, we found changes in proteins related to vasculature formation and maintenance (individual differentially expressed markers: Cd34 and several members of the collagen family; vascular function score in Fig. 4l and Supplementary Table 2).

Feb 2, 2025 · 50 followers View post →
Prostate Cell News
@ProstateCell · X

Dr. @LuigiIppolito9 led this study describing a mechanism by which cancer-associated #fibroblast-secreted lactate promotes in #ProstateCancer cells the expression of genes coding for the #collagen family.

Jul 3, 2024 · 2 likes · 1,970 followers View post →
McKe
@Mckie453699 · X

Examples are the collagen family of proteins, tendons, muscle proteins like actin, cell proteins like microtubules and many others, such as spider silk, sinew, and hair.

Dec 25, 2023 · 127 followers View post →
EPSRC InLightenUs
@inlightenus · X

RT @ArtistBurns: Today I’ve digitally created a background for a medical app. The artwork is a representation of fibrillar collagens - a s…

Jun 26, 2023 · 1 share · 97 followers View post →
Jackie Burns
@ArtistBurns · X

Today I’ve digitally created a background for a medical app. The artwork is a representation of fibrillar collagens - a sub-group within the collagen family (of which there are 28 types in humans) whose functions are to provide three-dimensional frameworks https://t.co/EuMfHilJMp

Jun 20, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,041 followers View post →
Katharine Hubert
@cripple_vs_stem · X

Last, but not least, we feature Collagen XXVIII. This is the newest member of the collagen family, discovered in 2006. ColXXVIII has characteristics of both fibrillar & beaded filament collagens & is not assigned to a specific subfamily.

Feb 28, 2023 · 2 likes · 733 followers View post →
Zahra Khan (she/her) ♿️
@hellozeik · X

RT @cripple_vs_stem: The defining feature of the collagen family is the triple helix, but collagens are further divided into 7 groups based…

Jan 31, 2023 · 1 share · 4,463 followers View post →
Katharine Hubert
@cripple_vs_stem · X

The defining feature of the collagen family is the triple helix, but collagens are further divided into 7 groups based on their assembly. Use this diagram as a guide for the #28daysofcollagen to appreciate the function and structure of each family member. https://t.co/i87n90v3tH

Jan 31, 2023 · 9 likes · 1 share · 733 followers View post →
George Sflomos
@sflomos · X

Great review of the collagen family and mechanochemistry

Jan 25, 2023 · 4 likes · 1,115 followers View post →
Tonny Valenzuela
@tvalenzuela_bcn · X

RT @sociedadSEEN:

Dec 28, 2022 · 1 share · 465 followers View post →
Sociedad SEEN
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Dec 28, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 17,262 followers View post →
VICHY CONNECT PRO
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Ref. 1/2

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Esta2Uni2Mexicanos
@Nativomexicano · X

RT @cientificasmx: Aquí más referencias y estudios al respecto ⬇️ https://t.co/X6l8GG1qeg https://t.co/Tv4sQRZ4qH https://t.co/SUxZIjekS…

Nov 30, 2020 · 2 shares · 338 followers View post →
DIMM
@DavidDimm · X

RT @cientificasmx: Aquí más referencias y estudios al respecto ⬇️ https://t.co/X6l8GG1qeg https://t.co/Tv4sQRZ4qH https://t.co/SUxZIjekS…

Nov 29, 2020 · 2 shares · 129 followers View post →
Científicas Mexicanas A.C.
@CientificasMxAC · X

Aquí más referencias y estudios al respecto ⬇️ https://t.co/X6l8GG1qeg https://t.co/Tv4sQRZ4qH https://t.co/SUxZIjekS1 https://t.co/1XzUbN3mfP

Nov 29, 2020 · 15 likes · 2 shares · 11,517 followers View post →
fine_japan_global
@finejapangloba1 · X

We have released a new product from the Collagen family. Hyaluronic & COllagen Q10 Platinum. It is rich in Vitamin C, Biotin, and Coix Extract. Collagen may help to reduce acne, will help to improve elasticity, and combat wrinkles. https://t.co/tixVxIOaUm #collagen #japan https://t.co/uDPBu3bPfa

Oct 19, 2020 · 63 followers View post →
Applied Nutrition
@AppliedNutri · X

The Collagen Family is Now Here! Unflavoured and completely tasteless, can be added to any food, yoghurt, shake, hot & cold drinks and much more. Swipe

May 8, 2020 · 3 likes · 7,717 followers View post →
Applied Nutrition
@AppliedNutri · X

The Collagen Family is Now Here! Collagen Peptides - From Bovine. ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ Marine Collagen - From Wild Caught Fish. ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ Keto Collagen - Bovine Collagen + MCT Healthy Fats. #appliednutrition… https://t.co/gpxYok9eal

May 8, 2020 · 2 likes · 7,717 followers View post →
Applied Nutrition
@AppliedNutri · X

The Collagen Family is Now Here! Collagen Peptides - From Bovine. ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ Marine Collagen - From Wild Caught Fish. ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ Keto Collagen - Bovine Collagen + MCT Healthy Fats. Swipe… https://t.co/LlQNEyDa2B

May 8, 2020 · 2 likes · 7,717 followers View post →