Research topic
melanin and skin pigmentation
Life Sciences → Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology → Cell Biology
About melanin and skin pigmentation
This cluster of papers explores the genetics, regulation, and adaptive significance of melanin pigmentation in mammalian skin, including its role in UV damage protection, hormonal regulation, and conditions such as vitiligo. It covers a wide range of topics from the molecular mechanisms of melanogenesis to the evolutionary and adaptive aspects of skin coloration.
Keywords
Melanin Pigmentation Melanocyte Regulation Tyrosinase UV Damage Skin Color Genetics Vitiligo Adaptation
Development over time
| Year | research outputs |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 |