Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a recombinant collagen, peptide fragments thereof, and sequence variants thereof. A novel Pichia pastoris strain for producing the recombinant collagen, fragments thereof, and sequence variants thereof, and methods of using the recombinant collagen, fragments, and sequence variants thereof are also provided. The present disclosure fulfills a need for environmentally friendly and safe alternatives for skincare.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a recombinant collagen fragment having a molecular weight of about 55 kDa, and compositions comprising the recombinant collagen fragment. Methods of producing the recombinant collagen fragment and methods of treatment using the recombinant collagen fragment are also provided.

Abstract: The disclosure herein provides a monomeric prolyl 4-hydroxylase. A microorganism including a monomeric prolyl 4-hydroxylase is provided. The disclosure provides a microorganism including a monomeric prolyl 4-hydroxylase; and another protein to be hydroxylated. A method for providing skincare benefits including applying the fusion protein of the present disclosure on skin is also taught.

Abstract: Protein polyurethane alloys including one or more proteins dissolved within one or more polyurethanes. The protein polyurethane alloy may have one or more mechanical properties that are superior to the polyurethane in the absence of protein. The protein polyurethane alloys may be incorporated into a layered material including one or more protein polyurethane alloy layers.

Abstract: A biofabricated material comprising a network of crosslinked collagen fibrils produced from recombinant collagen that contains substantially no 3-hydroxyproline residues is disclosed. This material is composed of collagen which is also a major component of natural leather and is produced by a process of fibrillation of collagen molecules into fibrils, crosslinking the fibrils and lubricating the crosslinked fibrils. Unlike natural leathers, this biofabricated material exhibits non-anisotropic (not directionally dependent) physical properties, for example, a sheet of biofabricated material can have substantially the same elasticity or tensile strength when stretched or stressed in different directions. Unlike natural leather, it has a uniform texture that facilitates uniform uptake of dyes and coatings. Aesthetically, it produces a uniform and consistent grain for ease of manufacturability.

Abstract: This invention relates to genetically engineered strains of yeast and methods, for producing recombinant protein (e.g., collagen). Recombinant protein of the present invention is used to produce biofabricated leather or a material having leather-like properties containing recombinant or engineered collagen. The yeast strains are engineered to produce ascorbate and/or increased production of ? ketoglutarate.

Abstract: Strains of yeast genetically engineered to produce increased amounts of non-hydroxylated collagen or hydroxylated collagen are described. An all-in-one vector including the DNA necessary to produce collagen, promotors, and hydroxylating enzymes is also described. Methods for producing non-hydroxylated or hydroxylated collagen are also provided.

Abstract: The invention herein provides biofabricated materials having zonal properties and methods of making biofabricated materials having zonal properties.

Abstract: Protein polyurethane alloys including one or more proteins dissolved within one or more polyurethanes. The protein polyurethane alloy may have one or more mechanical properties that are superior to the polyurethane in the absence of protein. The protein polyurethane alloys may be incorporated into a layered material including one or more protein polyurethane alloy layers.

Abstract: The disclosure herein provides a fusion protein comprising prolyl 4-hydroxylase alpha subunit (P4HA) and a soluble protein partner. A fusion protein comprising prolyl 4-hydroxylase alpha subunit (P4HA1) and prolyl 4-hydroxylase beta subunit (P4HB) is provided. A microorganism including a fusion protein comprising prolyl 4-hydroxylase alpha subunit-1 (P4HA1) and prolyl 4-hydroxylase beta subunit (P4HB) is provided. The disclosure provides a microorganism including a fusion protein comprising prolyl 4-hydroxylase alpha subunit-1 (P4HA1) and prolyl 4-hydroxylase beta subunit (P4HB); and another protein to be hydroxylated. A method for providing skincare benefits including applying the fusion protein of the present disclosure on skin is also taught.

Abstract: This invention relates to genetically engineered strains of yeast and methods for producing recombinant protein (e.g., collagen). Recombinant protein of the present invention is used to produce biofabricated leather or a material having leather-like properties containing recombinant or engineered collagen. The yeast strains are engineered to produce ascorbate and/or increased production of ? ketoglutarate.

Abstract: A biofabricated material containing a network of crosslinked collagen fibrils is disclosed. This material is composed of collagen which is also a major component of natural leather and is produced by a process of fibrillation of collagen molecules into fibrils, crosslinking the fibrils and lubricating the crosslinked fibrils. Unlike natural leathers, this biofabricated material exhibits non-anisotropic (not directionally dependent) physical properties, for example, a sheet of biofabricated material can have substantially the same elasticity or tensile strength when stretched or stressed in different directions. Unlike natural leather, it has a uniform texture that facilitates uniform uptake of dyes and coatings. Aesthetically, it produces a uniform and consistent grain for ease of manufacturability. It can have substantially identical grain, texture and other aesthetic properties on both sides distinct from natural leather where the grain increases from one side (e.g.

Abstract: A biofabricated material containing a network of crosslinked collagen fibrils is disclosed. This material is composed of collagen which is also a major component of natural leather and is produced by a process of fibrillation of collagen molecules into fibrils, crosslinking the fibrils and lubricating the crosslinked fibrils. Unlike natural leathers, this biofabricated material exhibits non-anisotropic (not directionally dependent) physical properties, for example, a sheet of biofabricated material can have substantially the same elasticity or tensile strength when stretched or stressed in different directions. Unlike natural leather, it has a uniform texture that facilitates uniform uptake of dyes and coatings. Aesthetically, it produces a uniform and consistent grain for ease of manufacturability. It can have substantially identical grain, texture and other aesthetic properties on both sides distinct from natural leather where the grain increases from one side (e.g.

Abstract: A biofabricated material containing a network of crosslinked collagen fibrils is disclosed. This material is composed of collagen which is also a major component of natural leather and is produced by a process of fibrillation of collagen molecules into fibrils, crosslinking the fibrils and lubricating the crosslinked fibrils. Unlike natural leathers, this biofabricated material exhibits non-anisotropic (not directionally dependent) physical properties, for example, a sheet of biofabricated material can have substantially the same elasticity or tensile strength when stretched or stressed in different directions. Unlike natural leather, it has a uniform texture that facilitates uniform uptake of dyes and coatings. Aesthetically, it produces a uniform and consistent grain for ease of manufacturability. It can have substantially identical grain, texture and other aesthetic properties on both sides distinct from natural leather where the grain increases from one side (e.g.

Abstract: The invention herein provides biofabricated materials having zonal properties and methods of making biofabricated materials having zonal properties.

Abstract: This invention relates to genetically engineered strains of yeast and methods for producing recombinant protein (e.g., collagen). Recombinant protein of the present invention is used to produce biofabricated leather or a material having leather-like properties containing recombinant or engineered collagen. The yeast strains are engineered to produce ascorbate and/or increased production of ? ketoglutarate.

Abstract: This invention relates to genetically engineered strains of yeast and methods, for producing recombinant protein (e.g., collagen). Recombinant protein of the present invention is used to produce biofabricated leather or a material having leather-like properties containing recombinant or engineered collagen. The yeast strains are engineered to produce ascorbate and/or increased production of ? ketoglutarate.

Abstract: Strains of yeast genetically engineered to produce increased amounts of non-hydroxylated collagen or hydroxylated collagen are described. A chimeric collagen DNA sequence, comprising from 10 to 40 percent or 60 to 90 percent of optimized DNA based on the total length of the chimeric collagen DN. An all-in-one vector including the DNA necessary to produce collagen, promotors, and hydroxylating enzymes is also described. Methods for producing non-hydroxylated or hydroxylated collagen are also provided.

Abstract: Strains of yeast genetically engineered to produce increased amounts of non-hydroxylated collagen or hydroxylated collagen are described. An all-in-one vector including the DNA necessary to produce collagen, promotors, and hydroxylating enzymes is also described. Methods for producing non-hydroxylated or hydroxylated collagen are also provided.

Abstract: A biofabricated material containing a network of crosslinked collagen fibrils is disclosed. This material is composed of collagen which is also a major component of natural leather and is produced by a process of fibrillation of collagen molecules into fibrils, crosslinking the fibrils and lubricating the crosslinked fibrils. Unlike natural leathers, this biofabricated material exhibits non-anisotropic (not directionally dependent) physical properties, for example, a sheet of biofabricated material can have substantially the same elasticity or tensile strength when stretched or stressed in different directions. Unlike natural leather, it has a uniform texture that facilitates uniform uptake of dyes and coatings. Aesthetically, it produces a uniform and consistent grain for ease of manufacturability. It can have substantially identical grain, texture and other aesthetic properties on both sides distinct from natural leather where the grain increases from one side (e.g.