Publications by authors named "Andre Capaldo Amaral"
Scientifica (Cairo)
March 2024
Article Synopsis
- Skin secretions from Patagonian ground frogs show strong adhesive properties that could have biomedical uses.
- Rheological analysis demonstrated these secretions have a mechanical strength (storage modulus) between 1 to 10 Pa.
- While they showed no antimicrobial effects, cytotoxicity testing revealed that one sample harmed human cells, suggesting careful consideration for practical applications.
