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Engineered Skin Bacterium Holds Promise for Revolutionary Acne Treatment

Engineered Skin Bacterium Holds Promise for Revolutionary Acne Treatment

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International research led by the Translational Synthetic Biology Laboratory of the Department of Medicine and Life Sciences (MELIS) at Pompeu Fabra University has succeeded in efficiently engineering Cutibacterium acnes, a type of skin bacterium, to produce and secrete a therapeutic molecule suitable for treating acne symptoms. The engineered bacterium has been validated in skin cell…
Posted on January 12, 2024
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Biomimetic E-Skin Sparks Neuronal Activity for Enhanced Human-Machine Interaction

Biomimetic E-Skin Sparks Neuronal Activity for Enhanced Human-Machine Interaction

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Exciting developments in prosthetic electronic skin (e-skin) have emerged from a recent paper by Wang et al. published in the Science journal. The researchers, from Stanford University, have engineered a soft e-skin that replicates both the mechanical properties and sensory feedback of natural skin, presenting promising possibilities for next-generation robotic and medical devices. Key Features…
Posted on January 2, 2024
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BJ-5ta Exosomes Clarified: A Breakthrough Defense Against UVB-Induced Skin Aging

BJ-5ta Exosomes Clarified: A Breakthrough Defense Against UVB-Induced Skin Aging

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A newly published paper by researchers from the Republic of Korea reveals the promising potential of BJ-5ta Exosomes in combating the adverse effects of UVB radiation on the skin. Exosomes, tiny vesicles with transformative properties, have long been recognized as innovative treatment options for various skin conditions, including aging, atopic dermatitis, and wounds. However, the…
Posted on December 19, 2023
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Artificial human skin paves the way to new skin cancer therapy

Artificial human skin paves the way to new skin cancer therapy

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In a new study, researchers have managed to curb skin cancer. The study was conducted on artificial human skin. By using artificial human skin, a research group from the University of Copenhagen have managed to block invasive growth in a skin cancer model. The study has been published in Science Signaling and looks at what…
Posted on October 16, 2023
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Revealing Fundamental Molecular Mechanisms of Aging and Lifespan Extension

Revealing Fundamental Molecular Mechanisms of Aging and Lifespan Extension

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Despite centuries of medical research, pivotal questions about aging persist. A recent study by German scientists, published in Nature, suggests breakthrough insights into these questions. Researchers from the University of Cologne and Max Plank Institute for Biology of Aging, revealed an age-related acceleration in gene transcription coupled with reduced precision and increased errors. They reported…
Posted on August 29, 2023
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Sun Exposure Impact on Skin Microbiota Composition in Holidaymakers

Sun Exposure Impact on Skin Microbiota Composition in Holidaymakers

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The skin microbiota plays a crucial role in maintaining epidermal homeostasis. Ultraviolet radiation (UVR) and other environmental challenges can impact the skin microbiota through direct and indirect mechanisms. In their study, Abigail K. Langton from the University of Manchester and her team, aimed to investigate the effects of sun exposure on the skin microbiota and…
Posted on August 18, 2023
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Commensal Staphylococcus epidermidis contributes to skin barrier homeostasis

Commensal Staphylococcus epidermidis contributes to skin barrier homeostasis

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Previously either regarded as insignificant or feared as potential sources of infection, the bacteria living on our skin are increasingly recognized for their role in benefitting human health. Skin commensals modulate mucosal immune defenses and directly interfere with pathogens; however, their contribution to the skin’s physical integrity is less understood. In their study, published in…
Posted on August 11, 2023
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Unlocking the Potential of Hydrogen Sulfide as a Healthy Ageing Therapeutic When Specifically Targeted Within Cells

Unlocking the Potential of Hydrogen Sulfide as a Healthy Ageing Therapeutic When Specifically Targeted Within Cells

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Future therapies to help people live healthy lives for longer could be developed from drugs that release tiny amounts of the gas hydrogen sulfide (H2S), new research has indicated. A study from the University of Exeter, funded by the US Army and charity The United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation, found that targeting tiny amounts of H2S…
Posted on August 1, 2023
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The Mars-500 Mission: Does Space Travel Slow Down The Aging Process?

The Mars-500 Mission: Does Space Travel Slow Down The Aging Process?

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Scientists have recently observed for the first time that, on an epigenetic level, astronauts age more slowly during long-term simulated space travel than they would have if their feet had been planted on Planet Earth. “Many of us assume that being exposed to radiation or other harm in space would be reflected by increased aging.…
Posted on July 26, 2023
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Bacteriophages and Microbiome in Dermatology: Potential Therapeutic Strategy

Bacteriophages and Microbiome in Dermatology: Potential Therapeutic Strategy

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News release, Skin Challenges Task Force – July 24 Bacteriophages, also known as phages, are viruses that selectively target and infect bacteria. In addition to bacterial dysbiosis, dermatologic conditions such as acne, psoriasis, and atopic dermatitis are characterized by a relative reduction in the abundance of phages and the overgrowth of the corresponding bacteria. Phages…
Posted on July 24, 2023
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