Articles tagged with Integumentary System
Researchers at UCLA may have discovered a new way to heal damaged kidneys by blocking the protein ENPP1. Blocking this protein speeds up repair after kidney injury in mice, according to a recent study published in Cell Stem Cell.
Researchers discover that gray hair may be a result of a natural defense mechanism against cancer, where damaged stem cells undergo senescence-coupled differentiation, leading to graying. In contrast, bypassed stem cells can expand clonally and lead to tumor development.
A study published in Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials found that wrinkled skin is caused by its tendency to buckle under pressure due to age-related changes in its mechanical properties. As people age, their skin becomes more prone to wrinkles as it stretches and contracts in different directions.
Researchers from Binghamton University confirm the long-held 'urban myth' that saltwater dries out skin, increasing tissue stiffness and stress. A simple solution to alleviate tightness is taking a shower after coming out of the ocean.
New research from Binghamton University reveals that the topography patterns of wrinkled fingers remain constant after multiple immersions. The study found that blood vessels beneath the skin contract and move in relation to other vessels, resulting in consistent wrinkles.
Researchers designed a hybrid metamaterial slab for cardiac pacemakers, achieving an efficiency of 62.39% at 20mm transmission distance. The structure also showed superior magnetic leakage shielding performance in finite element simulations.
Researchers from Binghamton University found that collagen fibers in skin become more tightly packed together, leading to increased stiffness and tissue hardness. This study sheds light on the biological mechanisms behind sun-induced skin changes.
A study found that a commercial water purifier may have caused Mycobacterium abscessus infections in 4 cardiac surgery patients due to chlorine depletion. The hospital's water system was contaminated via municipal water, emphasizing the importance of monitoring and preventing mycobacteria.
Researchers have identified specific skin microbiome bacteria and their pathways as contributing to ageing skin. The study, published in PLOS ONE, used a novel approach to chart host-microbe co-metabolism in skin aging.
Researchers developed a real-time patient dose-tracking system to prevent radiation-induced skin injuries. The system tracks radiation exposure on the skin, providing physicians with real-time visual feedback to adjust and minimize the risk of burns.