The prevalence and severity of dermatological conditions such as atopic dermatitis have
increased dramatically during recent decades. Many of the factors associated with an …

Our skin is the interface through which we mediate lifelong interactions with our surrounding
environment. Initial development of the skin's epidermis, adnexal structures, and barrier …

The skin of preterm infants is a delicate organ with critical structural and functional
differences as compared to term born infants. Unique features contribute to an increased …

For decades research has centered on identifying the ideal balanced skin microbiome that
prevents disease and on developing therapeutics to foster this balance. However, this single …

Diaper dermatitis is a common type of irritant contact dermatitis occurring in infants and
toddlers. Its occurrence is triggered by an unfavorable environment under the diaper …

Highlights•The human skin microbiome differs between and within individuals.•Ubiquitous
bacteria S. epidermidis and C. acnes have major roles in skin immunity and …

Background Staphylococcus aureus is a leading cause of human bacterial infections
worldwide. It is the most common causative agent of skin and soft tissue infections, and can …

Background Metagenome-assembled genomes have greatly expanded the reference
genomes for skin microbiome. However, the current reference genomes are largely based …

For several decades, there has been a significant growth in the incidence of autoimmune
diseases. Studies indicate that genetic factors may not be the only trigger for disease …

The aim of this study was to investigate the early-life development of the skin microbiome in
atopic dermatitis. Nineteen infants with atopic dermatitis and 19 healthy infants were …