About this Research Topic
The field of human skin photobiology delves into the intricate and dynamic relationship between human skin and light. Light, encompassing ultraviolet radiation, visible light, infrared radiation, sunlight, and artificial light sources, plays a crucial role in the complex biology of the skin. Understanding the effects of light on human skin is essential for advancing preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic strategies for photobiological-related skin disorders. Recent studies have highlighted the diverse impacts of different light spectra on skin physiology and pathology, including skin aging, healing, and the development of skin cancers. Despite these advancements, significant gaps remain in our understanding of the underlying mechanisms of photobiological interactions and the long-term effects of various light exposures. Addressing these gaps is critical for developing evidence-based practices and improving skin health outcomes.
This research topic aims to address current challenges and recent advances in human skin photobiology, exploring the potential impacts of light on various aspects of skin health. We seek to investigate the underlying mechanisms of photobiological interactions, identify knowledge gaps, and facilitate the development of evidence-based practices in this field. Specific questions include how different wavelengths of light affect skin cells at the molecular level, the role of light in skin aging and healing processes, and the effectiveness of current photoprotection and phototherapy strategies. By answering these questions, we aim to enhance our understanding of the complex interplay between light and skin, ultimately leading to improved preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic approaches.
To gather further insights into the intricate relationship between human skin and light, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
• Effects of ultraviolet and visible light on skin physiology and pathology
• Role of infrared radiation in skin aging and healing
• Impact of sunlight and artificial light sources on skin health
• Advances in phototherapy and photodynamic therapy
• Photoprotection strategies
• Relationship between light and skin cancer, including photocarcinogenesis
• Local and systemic effects of light through the skin
Join us in advancing the understanding of human skin photobiology through high-quality research, innovative methodologies, clinical studies, challenging cases, and insightful discoveries. Together, we can shed light on the intricate interplay between human skin and light, paving the way for improved preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic approaches.
We welcome submissions of the following article types: Brief Research Report, Case Report, Data Report, General Commentary, Hypothesis & Theory, Methods, Mini Review, Opinion, Original Research, Perspective, Review, Systematic Review.
This research topic aims to address current challenges and recent advances in human skin photobiology, exploring the potential impacts of light on various aspects of skin health. We seek to investigate the underlying mechanisms of photobiological interactions, identify knowledge gaps, and facilitate the development of evidence-based practices in this field. Specific questions include how different wavelengths of light affect skin cells at the molecular level, the role of light in skin aging and healing processes, and the effectiveness of current photoprotection and phototherapy strategies. By answering these questions, we aim to enhance our understanding of the complex interplay between light and skin, ultimately leading to improved preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic approaches.
To gather further insights into the intricate relationship between human skin and light, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
• Effects of ultraviolet and visible light on skin physiology and pathology
• Role of infrared radiation in skin aging and healing
• Impact of sunlight and artificial light sources on skin health
• Advances in phototherapy and photodynamic therapy
• Photoprotection strategies
• Relationship between light and skin cancer, including photocarcinogenesis
• Local and systemic effects of light through the skin
Join us in advancing the understanding of human skin photobiology through high-quality research, innovative methodologies, clinical studies, challenging cases, and insightful discoveries. Together, we can shed light on the intricate interplay between human skin and light, paving the way for improved preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic approaches.
We welcome submissions of the following article types: Brief Research Report, Case Report, Data Report, General Commentary, Hypothesis & Theory, Methods, Mini Review, Opinion, Original Research, Perspective, Review, Systematic Review.
Keywords: Human skin, Photobiology, Ultraviolet radiation, Visible light, Infrared radiation, Sunlight, Artificial light sources, Phototherapy, Photodynamic therapy, Photoprotection, Skin cancer, Photoaging
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