Scientists have long recognized human skin as a vibrant ecosystem that's home to millions of microorganisms. Our skin ...

Skin bacteria may protect against UV damage by metabolizing a sun-induced molecule, influencing immune responses.

Discover how UVB exposure and topical application of cis-urocanic acid led to changes in the skin’s microbial composition.

Miley Cyrus' knee infection after a music video shoot highlights how public spaces can harbor bacteria, as doctors stress the importance of hygiene and wound care.

The composition of bacterial populations living on our faces plays a significant role in the development of acne and other ...

The researchers reported that there was more bacterial shedding among bearded men than ... Certain types of pathogens that can cause skin and other infections were actually more prevalent among ...

It's easy to miss smaller areas or not scrub hard enough in places where bacteria like to thrive. And there's one place many ...

A study sheds light on when and how bacterial strains emerge on facial skin. The findings could lead to new treatments for acne and other conditions, and may also help optimize the timing of such ...

MIT researchers have now revealed the dynamics of those interactions in more detail than previously possible, shedding light on when and how new bacterial strains emerge on the skin of the face.