Skin patch predicts anaphylaxis in food allergy test

Measuring water loss from the skin can predict anaphylaxis during oral food challenges before it becomes clinically evident, say researchers.

U. Michigan • futurity
Nov. 9, 2023 ~5 min

Scientists warn of the ‘sunscreen paradox’

Sunscreen is important, but it's the least effective way to protect your skin when compared to other options, researchers say.

Claire Loewen-McGill • futurity
Oct. 26, 2023 ~4 min


Computer vision could spot melanoma early

A new technique uses computer vision to track skin lesions over time in total-body photography and spot melanoma early.

Jaimie Patterson-Johns Hopkins • futurity
Oct. 25, 2023 ~5 min

Peptide discovery could lead to better eczema treatments

The discovery of a peptide's role in eczema could lead to more effective treatments for the condition, researchers report.

Tracey Peake-NC State • futurity
Oct. 20, 2023 ~4 min

How hogfish ‘see’ with their skin

Hogfish can change color to camouflage themselves. New research clarifies how their light-sensitive skin works.

Duke University • futurity
Aug. 31, 2023 ~7 min

5 tips for summer skin protection

A dermatologist has five tips for keeping your skin protected from the sun while spending time outside this summer.

Lori Barrette-Rochester • futurity
Aug. 10, 2023 ~6 min

Expert: No need to panic about leprosy in Florida

Cases of leprosy are increasing in Florida. Dermatologist Andrea Maderal puts that information into reassuring context.

Janette Neuwahl Tannen-U. Miami • futurity
Aug. 3, 2023 ~6 min

Killer whale skin disease worries scientists

Lesions may reflect decreases in southern resident killer whales’ ability to fight disease, according to new research.

Kat Kerlin-UC Davis • futurity
June 29, 2023 ~6 min


Discovery may lead to new therapies for hair loss

The discovery of a new molecular mechanism could one day offer new therapies for androgenetic alopecia, a common form of hair loss.

Pat Harriman-UC Irvine • futurity
June 21, 2023 ~5 min

Melanin discovery could pave way for better sunscreen

Researchers are one step closer to developing a potentially ultraprotective sunscreen from your own melanin.

McGill University • futurity
May 10, 2023 ~4 min

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