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Apr 263 min read

Identified: Porokeratosis variant caused by silenced gene

“We thus expect that epigenetic causes are hidden not only in these but also in other diseases"

Oct 6, 20232 min read

Researchers confirm the link between balding and skin cancer

Researchers from QIMR Berghofer have uncovered new evidence that explores the trend that people with hair loss can be more susceptible to...

Jul 28, 20232 min read

Genetic risk factors for HS identified

Researchers have identified genetic risk loci that contribute to the genetic risk of developing hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). The...

Jun 2, 20233 min read

Disabling pansclerotic morphea treated with ruxolitinib

Researchers have identified genomic variants that cause disabling pansclerotic morphea and have identified a treatment for the rare,...

Mar 31, 20232 min read

Genetic contribution to late-stage cancer treatment resistance identified

New research has identified some factors that may lead to some skin cancers no longer responding to treatment. Published in Cancer...

Mar 6, 20232 min read

Topical gene therapy for DEB promising

A topical gene therapy has been shown to be effective for wound healing in patients with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (DEB). The...

Feb 28, 20221 min read

Identified: New genetic variants linked to acne

A new study that analyzed genetic data from more than 20,000 individuals with acne has identified 29 additional genetic variants linked...

Oct 9, 20202 min read

Accumulated genetic damage could predict melanoma risk

Risk of future melanoma can be estimated by evaluating accumulated sun damage-induced mutations in non-lesional skin, researchers report...

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