The researchers reported that in patients with contact dermatitis, certain immune and skin barrier biomarkers, such as Th-cell mediated markers and cholesterol derivatives, may help distinguish between irritant and allergic subtypes, suggesting potential for improved diagnosis through integrated analysis.
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September 2021 in “Autophagy” In this study on mouse preputial glands, suppressing ATG7-dependent autophagy delayed age-related changes, affected lipid metabolism, and reduced pheromone production, highlighting autophagy's roles in glandular homeostasis and cell breakdown.
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October 2024 in “Cells” The researchers reported that autophagy, a lysosome-dependent degradation mechanism, plays a significant role in the cellular remodeling of keratinocyte differentiation in the skin, affecting the properties of the differentiation products by altering cellular components during this process.
March 2025 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” In this review, the authors examined the potential benefits of using wood tar in dermatology and cosmetics in Sub-Saharan Africa, based on its historical application in skin care and its worldwide usage.
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June 2018 in “Clinics in dermatology” This review discusses the variety of skin disorders associated with atopic dermatitis, exploring their complex relationships and shared genetic and environmental factors, but reports no new clinical results.
