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New Safety Test Predicts Reactions to Novel Drugs and Cosmetics
May 27, 2013 — A simple lab-based skin test which eliminates the risk of adverse reactions to new drugs, cosmetics and household chemicals has been developed. It uses real human skin and immune cells to show any ... > full story -
First Genomic Survey of Human Skin Fungal Diversity
May 22, 2013 — In the first study of human fungal skin diversity, researchers sequenced the DNA of fungi at skin sites of healthy adults to define the normal populations across the skin and to provide a framework ... > full story -
Skin Cancer May Be Linked to Lower Risk of Alzheimer's Disease
May 15, 2013 — People who have skin cancer may be less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease, according to new research. The link does not apply to melanoma, a less common but more aggressive type of skin ... > full story -
'Owning' a Darker Skin Can Positively Impact Racial Bias, Study Finds
May 14, 2013 — Scientists in the UK have found that when white Caucasians are under the illusion that they have a dark skin, their racial bias changes in a positive ... > full story -
Gene Associated With Eczema in Dogs Identified
May 9, 2013 — A novel gene associated with canine atopic dermatitis has been identified. The gene encodes a protein called plakophilin 2, which is crucial for the formation and proper functioning of the skin ... > full story -
Immune Cells That Suppress Genital Herpes Infections Identified
May 8, 2013 — Scientists have identified a class of immune cells that reside long-term in the genital skin and mucosa and are believed to be responsible for suppressing recurring outbreaks of genital herpes. These ... > full story -
Sunshine Could Benefit Health and Prolong Life, Study Suggests
May 7, 2013 — Exposing skin to sunlight may help to reduce blood pressure, cut the risk of heart attack and stroke -- and even prolong life, a study ... > full story -
New Class of Drug Targets Skin Cancer
May 7, 2013 — A new class of drug targeting skin cancer's genetic material has been successfully tested in humans for the first time, opening the way to new treatments for a range of conditions from skin cancers ... > full story -
Gray Hair and Vitiligo Reversed at the Root
May 3, 2013 — It's true -- the cure for gray hair is coming. New research shows that people going gray develop oxidative stress via accumulation of hydrogen peroxide in the hair follicle, causing our hair to ... > full story -
Adult Cells Transformed Into Early-Stage Nerve Cells, Bypassing the Pluripotent Stem Cell Stage
May 2, 2013 — Scientists have converted skin cells from people and monkeys into a cell that can form a wide variety of nervous-system cells — without passing through the do-it-all stage called the induced ... > full story
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