Disruption of the skin barrier and immunity has been associated with several skin diseases,
namely atopic dermatitis (AD), psoriasis, and acne. Resident and non-resident immune cells …

Although an increasing body of literature points to dysfunctional immune responses playing
a key role in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), involving both the innate and adaptive immune …

Dandruff is a prevalent chronic inflammatory skin condition of the scalp that has been
associated with Malassezia yeasts. However, the microbial role has not been elucidated yet …

The human body is inhabited by complex communities of microorganisms. Changes in the
composition and function of the skin and gut microbiota are linked to various skin diseases …

Experimental and clinical studies have confirmed safety and the medical benefits of
probiotics as immunomodulatory medications. Recent advances have emphasized the …

Background Sarcoptic mange is a highly contagious skin disease caused by the
ectoparasitic mite Sarcoptes scabiei. Although it afflicts over 100 mammal species …

Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that affects millions of people worldwide.
There is still no effective approach for the clinical treatment of psoriasis. This is largely due to …

Human skin is a region of high metabolic activity where a rich variety of biomarkers are
secreted from the stratum corneum. The skin is a constant source of volatile organic …

Mammals produce volatile odours that convey different types of societal information. In
Homo sapiens, this is now recognised as body odour, a key chemical component of which is …

Skin symbiotic bacteria on amphibians can play a role in protecting their host against
pathogens. Chytridiomycosis, the disease caused by Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis, Bd …