It’s not just snot!
Unfairly labeled as ‘snot’ or ‘phlegm’ mucus is a biological marvel that plays a crucial role in protecting the body from pathogens and pollutants. Its multiple functions and extraordinary properties have inspired new biomaterials.
Authors
- Corey A. Stevens (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9619-7869)
- Katharina Ribbeck (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8260-338X)
Institutions
- IIT@MIT (US)
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- EMBO Reports
- Published
- 2026-03-13
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1038/s44319-026-00729-0
- Primary Topic
- Antimicrobial agents and applications
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
- Canadian Institutes of Health Research