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New class of CXCR4 antagonists could prevent airway inflammation and atopic dermatitis

Aberrant CXCR4/CXCL12 signaling is involved in many pathophysiological processes such as cancer and inflammatory diseases. A natural fragment of serum albumin, named EPI-X4, has previously been identified as endogenous peptide antagonist andinverse agonistof CXCR4 and is a promising compound for the development of improved analogues for the therapy of CXCR4-associated diseases.

18 Oct 2021

EADV survey: Almost half of the European general population have a dermatological condition

Results of a new EADV survey released today show that almost half (47.9%) of the European general population more than 18 years old declared at least one dermatological condition in the past 12 months.

1 Oct 2021

Atopic dermatitis may stem from poorly regulated sex hormones, study suggests

A study led by UT Southwestern dermatologists suggests that a common inflammatory skin condition may stem from poorly regulated sex hormones.

20 Sep 2021

Study uncovers five new genetic loci predisposing to atopic dermatitis

An international study led by the University of Oulu's researchers reports five new genetic loci predisposing to atopic dermatitis.

18 Sep 2021

Scientists discover new cell type in human skin that contributes to inflammatory skin diseases

A team of international scientists and clinical experts have unraveled a new cell type in human skin that contributes to inflammatory skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis (AD) and psoriasis (PSO). Their study findings were published in the Journal of Experimental Medicine in September 2021.

17 Sep 2021

Researchers find evidence that exercise during pregnancy benefits mothers and their offspring

Researchers have found further evidence that exercise during pregnancy is good not only for mothers but also for their offspring.

6 Sep 2021

Post mRNA-1273 vaccination rashes

A group of researchers reported that skin reactions after the administration of the mRNA-1273 vaccine are rare yet possible.

30 Aug 2021

How can COVID-19 affect the skin?

A new review published in the journal Canadian Family Physician describes skin diseases caused by the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

20 Aug 2021

Enzyme pre-treatment yields a highly precise picture of skin bacteria

Healthy skin has a bacterial shield to protect against germs: the microbiome. This complex assembly of microorganisms was previously believed to be difficult to decipher.

10 Aug 2021

Biolabs LA at The Lundquist Institute reaches highly significant capacity milestone

BioLabs LA at The Lundquist Institute, a co-working and incubator facility for high-potential bioscience start-ups, has reached 100% capacity ahead of schedule.

3 Aug 2021

Study examines the role of programmed cell death ligands in skin immune responses

T cells are a crucial part of the human adaptive immune system. In response to a foreign invader in the body, various subsets of T cells are responsible for several functions that include killing infected cells and secreting signaling molecules called cytokines that tell other immune cells where to go and what to do.

29 Jul 2021

Iodine derivative kills SARS-CoV-2 within 90 sec

A recent study estimated the virucidal efficacy of EID for oral/nasal decontamination of known or suspected cases of COVID-19.

19 Jul 2021

Skin disorders on the rise during COVID‐19 pandemic due to infection and PPE use

An increase in personal protective equipment (PPE) use and hygiene measures such as the use of hand sanitizers, hand washing, and mask usage during this pandemic have increased the frequency of dermatological diseases.

8 Jun 2021

How mass screening efforts have helped identify more cases of celiac disease in children

A new mass screening program of school-aged children in Italy found that the overall prevalence of celiac disease has almost doubled in the past 25 years.

4 Jun 2021

Researchers uncover differences in itch mechanisms

Chronic skin itching drives more people to the dermatologist than any other condition. In fact, the latest science literature finds that 7% of U.S. adults, and between 10 and 20% of people in developed countries, suffer from dermatitis, a common skin inflammatory condition that causes itching.

21 May 2021

Trial results show upadacitinib to be the most effective treatment for atopic dermatitis

The findings of a clinical trial by Trinity College Dublin researchers of treatment for atopic dermatitis have been published today in The Lancet journal (Friday, 21st May, 2021).

21 May 2021

Dupilumab considerably reduced asthma exacerbations in young children, shows VOYAGE trial

Results from the VOYAGE study of dupilumab (Dupixent) showed that the monoclonal antibody significantly reduced exacerbations in children ages 6-11 with uncontrolled moderate-to-severe asthma, compared to placebo, according to research presented at the ATS 2021 International Conference. VOYAGE (NCT02948959) is a recently completed randomized, placebo-controlled double-blind multicenter phase 3 clinical trial, that took place in a number of countries.

20 May 2021

New clinical trial to test possible therapeutics for COVID-19 in hospitalized patients

The Clinical Trials Network of Tennessee (CTN2) at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center has contracted a new clinical trial to test possible therapeutics for COVID-19 in hospitalized patients. This new trial brings the total generated by CTN2 contracts for the university to nearly $7 million.

12 May 2021

An Introduction to the Benefits of the Skin Trust Club

In this interview, News-Medical speaks to Dr. David Caballero-Lima, Head of R&D at Labskin, about the applications and benefits of the Skin Trust Club.

11 May 2021

Research highlights the impact of stringent hand hygiene during the pandemic on hand skin health

The dermatological impact of COVID-19 is a burning topic at EADV’s 2021 Spring Symposium. New research presented today highlights the effect that stringent hand hygiene during the pandemic has had on hand skin health.

7 May 2021

Dermatitis News and Research

Latest Dermatitis News and Research

New class of CXCR4 antagonists could prevent airway inflammation and atopic dermatitis

EADV survey: Almost half of the European general population have a dermatological condition

Atopic dermatitis may stem from poorly regulated sex hormones, study suggests

Study uncovers five new genetic loci predisposing to atopic dermatitis

Scientists discover new cell type in human skin that contributes to inflammatory skin diseases

Researchers find evidence that exercise during pregnancy benefits mothers and their offspring

Post mRNA-1273 vaccination rashes

How can COVID-19 affect the skin?

Enzyme pre-treatment yields a highly precise picture of skin bacteria

Biolabs LA at The Lundquist Institute reaches highly significant capacity milestone

Study examines the role of programmed cell death ligands in skin immune responses

Iodine derivative kills SARS-CoV-2 within 90 sec

Skin disorders on the rise during COVID‐19 pandemic due to infection and PPE use

How mass screening efforts have helped identify more cases of celiac disease in children

Researchers uncover differences in itch mechanisms

Trial results show upadacitinib to be the most effective treatment for atopic dermatitis

Dupilumab considerably reduced asthma exacerbations in young children, shows VOYAGE trial

New clinical trial to test possible therapeutics for COVID-19 in hospitalized patients

An Introduction to the Benefits of the Skin Trust Club

Research highlights the impact of stringent hand hygiene during the pandemic on hand skin health

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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