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COL17A1 protein promotes wound healing, skin regeneration, and reduces skin ageing
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COL17A1 protein triggers cell competition, eliminates weaker, activates stronger cells replication.
Ageing and UV radiation result in a depletion of COL17A1.
The research team is investigating ways to activate the protein, once it was depleted.
Isolated compounds Y27632 and apocynin are promoting skin regeneration, reducing skin ageing.
Future studies will determine the mechanisms of cell competition in other tissues and organs.
Study published in the journal Nature.
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Professor in Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics, Molecular Biology and Immunology at University of Colorado.
Scientific journal covering research from a variety of academic disciplines, mostly in science and technology
