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lubricin

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lubricin
a polydisperse glycoprotein synthesized by synovial lining cells which provides boundary lubrication to articular cartilage.
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Also, polyelectrolyte molecules such as lubricin are shown to play a significant role in adhesion on the lipidic membranes [30], which could modify their tribo-logical performance.
Biobearings: where mechanics meets biology/biolaagrid mehaanika ja ... by Irina; Ghaemi, Hossein / Proceedings of the Estonian Academy of Sciences
The researchers found that, rather than simply reducing friction, lubricin forms a very thin barrier that repels joint surfaces to prevent their contact.
New evidence to explain by USA Today (Magazine)
Lubricin 25 reportedly improves processing of rigid PVC during calendering and injection molding.
Lubricants and processing aids: product lines reviewed by Plastics Technology
 
 
 
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