This study found that skin wound healing was accelerated in young but delayed in older Med1(epi-/-) mice compared to wild-type mice, suggesting age-dependent roles of MED1 in epidermal regeneration.
2 citations
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January 2025 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual”
In this study, dermoscopic examination of COVID-19 patients revealed significant microvascular changes in the proximal nailfold, such as avascular areas and disorganized capillary architecture, compared to healthy controls, with some regression of these changes observed over time.
September 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)”
This study describes the use of a genetically engineered mouse model, mTurquoise2-Col4a1, to fluorescently label collagen IV and observe basement membrane dynamics during skin development, revealing its stability and pliability during rapid growth phases.
15 citations
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January 2003 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine”
This study found that cold air can effectively preserve the epidermis when using an 810 nm diode laser, but it is slightly less effective than a chilled sapphire window in dark-haired pigmented pigs.
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