“By understanding the proteins that give rise to ivy’s strength, we can give rise to approaches to engineer new bio-inspired adhesives for medical and industry products,” said Mingjun Zhang, PhD, the biomedical engineering professor who led the research into the plant’s uses.
Dr. Zhang, who is a member of Ohio State’s Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute, believes the protein produced by ivy could be used in wound healing after an injury or surgical procedure.
Image courtesy of Joe Shlabotnik.
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