Skin Research Institute of Singapore (SRIS)
Bringing the womb to birth
24 Jan 2020A*STAR scientists have identified stem cells required for successful embryo implantation during pregnancy.
How vitamin B3 keeps skin smooth
27 Sep 2019Nicotinamide, a form of vitamin B3, regulates the metabolism of skin stem cells to delay cellular aging.
Advanced microscopy catches cells going out on a limb
23 Sep 2019Researchers at A*STAR have combined two superresolution microscopy techniques to observe structural protein dynamics inside cells.
Mouse over to learn more about eczema
23 Sep 2019While no single mouse model replicates the entire spectrum of eczema in humans, collectively they provide valuable clues into how specific aspects of the disease arise.
A snappy way to track wound healing
30 Aug 2019Need to monitor how well a wound is healing? There’s an app for that.
Acne problems are more than skin deep
30 Aug 2019A review by A*STAR researchers highlights the need to better understand the role of the skin microbiota in acne development.