Used in molecular biology, biochemistry, and dermatology research for studying elastin structure, function, skin elasticity, and aging. Helps break down elastin in experimental tissue models to understand tissue remodeling and degradation in diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and elastin-related skin disorders. Applied in cosmetic testing to evaluate anti-aging products by simulating loss of skin firmness. Also used in cell isolation procedures for gentle tissue dissociation, especially in preparing single-cell suspensions from elastic-rich tissues like skin, blood vessels, and lungs. Additionally, employed in bioproduct manufacturing and testing efficacy of enzyme inhibitors related to inflammation and tissue degeneration.