Osteomyelitis remains one of the greatest risks in orthopaedic surgery. Although many
organisms are linked to skeletal infections, Staphylococcus aureus remains the most …

The microbiota plays a fundamental role in the induction, education, and function of the host
immune system. In return, the host immune system has evolved multiple means by which to …

The microbiome is vital for immune system development and homeostasis. Changes in
microbial composition and function, termed dysbiosis, in the skin and the gut have recently …

Human skin functions as a physical, chemical, and immune barrier against the external
environment while also providing a protective niche for its resident microbiota, known as the …

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the US with an increasing prevalence
worldwide. While ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a well-known risk factor, there is emerging …

Vaccines are the most effective means available for preventing infectious diseases.
However, vaccine-induced immune responses are highly variable between individuals and …

The skin is a complex and dynamic ecosystem that is inhabited by many microorganisms.
Recent evidence highlights the profound reliance of the skin immune system on its resident …

Staphylococcus epidermidis is a permanent member of the normal human microbiota,
commonly found on skin and mucous membranes. By adhering to tissue surface moieties of …

A diverse range of normal flora populates the human skin and numbers are relatively
different between individuals and parts of the skin. Humans and normal flora have formed a …

Background: Cutibacterium acnes has been identified as one of the main triggers of acne.
However, increasing knowledge of the human skin microbiome raises questions about the …