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  • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
  • Biomaterials Science
  • Hematology

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  • Fibrinogen and fibrin are key proteins in blood coagulation, wound healing, and immunity.
  • Understanding their structure-function relationship is crucial for various medical applications.

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  • To review recent advances (last 24 months) in fibrinogen/fibrin structure and its link to physiological roles.
  • To explore fibrin's potential as a biomaterial and therapeutic target.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies published within the last 24 months.
  • Analysis of research on fibrinogen/fibrin structure, dynamics, modifications, and properties.

Main Results:

  • Fibrinogen exhibits dynamic conformational flexibility, influencing its functions and binding sites.
  • Posttranslational modifications and external factors impact fibrin clot structure and morphology.
  • Fibrin's mechanical properties are crucial for clot stability and embolization.
  • Fibrin serves as a versatile biomaterial in tissue engineering.

Conclusions:

  • Fibrinogen/fibrin's structural dynamics underpin its diverse roles in health and disease.
  • Further research into fibrinogen/fibrin structure can lead to novel therapeutic strategies and biomaterial applications.