# NIH Reporter #5F32AR082671-03

Glycosaminoglycan-mediated fibril sliding and its role in fatigue-induced microdamage and rupture in aged and healing Achilles tendons

**Recipient:** University of Pennsylvania

**Award Amount:** $82,580.00
**Ceiling:** $82,580.00

**Awarded:** September 09, 2026

**Identifier:** 5F32AR082671-03

Research project funded by NIH NIAMS studying glycosaminoglycan's role in tendon fatigue and rupture to improve treatments for tendon injuries in aging and healing populations.

### Description

The project focuses on the role of glycosaminoglycans in tendon fatigue and rupture. The research involves biomechanical testing, histological measures, and computational modeling. The project aims to improve understanding and interventions for tendon injuries in aging and healing populations.

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