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Skin barrier protein also protects against inflammation

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@ Press Release from University of California – San Diego Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine have identified a new mechanism underlying inflammatory skin diseases, such as psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis. They found that a protein essential in forming the skin’s protective barrier (ZNF750) also plays a role in controlling inflammation…
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Key molecule in wound healing identified

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Photo & Press Release: Karolinska Institutet A new study by researchers from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden and the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences has uncovered a crucial RNA molecule involved in skin wound healing. Published in Nature Communications, this discovery may open new avenues for treating difficult-to-heal wounds. The research highlights the molecular processes behind…

Accepted Contributions at Skin Ageing & Challenges 2024

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The committee has received and reviewed many abstracts for short oral and poster presentations at Skin Aging & Challenges 2024. Below is the list of accepted contributions: Last updated: October 10 Indole-3-Acetic Acid: A Product of the Skin Microbiome, Improves Skin Barrier, Alleviates Inflammation and Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress Ilona Matějková, Contipro, Czech Republic Plantago lanceolata-Derived…

Infrared Radiation: A Double-Edged Sword for Skin Health

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Researchers from University of California Irvine, University of Oklahoma and Henry Ford Medical Center have highlighted the complex effects of infrared radiation (IR) on human skin. The study explores both the detrimental and beneficial impacts of IR, providing a comprehensive overview of the current understanding of how this type of radiation influences skin health. Infrared radiation,…

Exploring New Mechanisms of Skin Aging: The Role of Mitophagy and Extracellular Vesicles

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A recent study by researchers from the University of Innsbruck, Austria, sheds new light on the mechanisms underlying skin aging, particularly in relation to mitochondrial quality control. Co-author Ines Martic will join the upcoming “Skin Ageing & Challenges” conference in November to present these innovative findings. The research addresses the two types of skin aging:…

Next-Generation Artificial Skin: Advancing Tactile Sensation and Promoting Wound Healing

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Overall schematic of the WTSA and converted tactile signal transfer process to stimulate the sciatic nerve. A new study published in Nature Communications has revealed an innovative advancement in skin regeneration and sensory restoration. Researchers have developed the Wireless Powered Tactile Sensory System Embedded Artificial Skin (WTSA), a novel technology designed to address severe skin…