Study Overview
It is known that a decrease in the secretion of lubricating components such as hyaluronic acid and acid mucopolysaccharides in chondrocytes can lead to joint diseases such as arthritis. Therefore, promoting the secretion of lubricating components in chondrocytes could lead to the treatment and prevention of joint diseases.
This study will verify the effect of test substances on promoting the production of hyaluronic acid and acid mucopolysaccharides using chondrocytes, with the aim of evaluating and identifying new substances that can improve cartilage function.
Study example
Basic Experimental design
| Cells used | Rabbit chondrocytes, etc. |
|---|---|
| Preliminary study | Cytotoxicity assay |
| Main study | Cell activation study, measurement of hyaluronic acid and acidic mucopolysaccharide production |
*Studies will be mainly conducted by those with doctoral degrees.
