Uncovering secrets of elastin’s flexibility during assembly
Molecular motions revealed of protein that gives blood vessels, skin their stretchability.
Monthly Archives: February 2016
Mysterious allergy to vibrations: gene provides clue
People with vibratory urticaria now have an explanation for their condition, as scientists discover a gene that is specific to those affected.
Hair thinning by stem cell loss
Why people lose their locks in old age may be related to the aging of hair follicle stem cells, two new studies suggest.
New sunscreen offers vitamin D production with UV protection
Sunscreens that block harmful rays also prevent vitamin D creation, leaving many people deficient. A new sunscreen will soon be on sale that both protects and enables vitamin D.
Skin infections rife among high school wrestlers, say CU Anschutz researchers
The first national survey of skin infections among high school athletes has found that wrestlers have the highest number of infections, with football players coming in a distant second, according...
Which comes first: Self-reported penicillin allergy or chronic hives?
People who have self-reported penicillin allergy may have a three times greater chance of suffering from chronic hives.
Wearing antiperspirant, deodorant significantly alters armpit bacteria
New research finds wearing antiperspirant or deodorant has a strong effect on armpit bacteria, laying the groundwork for further studies to investigate the health implications.
Antiseptic baths to prevent infections deemed effective for long-term use
Chlorhexidine bathing in ICU not a contributing factor in increased drug-resistant MRSA.
Mass. General study points to the first topical treatment for common benign skin lesions
An investigation into the molecular mechanisms responsible for the most common type of benign skin lesion may lead to the first nonsurgical treatment for the growths called seborrheic keratoses...
Seaweed offers the solution to transporting stem cells and wound treatment
Publishing in Stem Cells Translational Medicine Professor Che Connon and Dr Stephen Swioklo describe the low-cost seaweed solution.