Epidermal PPARγ Is a Key Homeostatic Regulator of Cutaneous Inflammation and Barrier Function in Mouse Skin

    August 2021 in “ International journal of molecular sciences ”
    Raymond L. Konger, Ethel Derr‐Yellin, Teresa A. Zimmers … Matthew J. Turner
    Studysummary This study found that loss of epidermal PPARγ in mice altered the expression of many genes related to skin inflammation, keratinization, and sebaceous gland function, indicating its key role in maintaining skin homeostasis.
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