Understanding the Body Clock in Skin
Circadian Clock Regulation in Skin
This research explores how our body's internal clock affects skin health, aging, and its ability to repair itself, especially considering when we eat.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California-Irvine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Irvine, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11101249 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Our skin, like other organs, has its own internal clock that helps it function optimally throughout the day. This project looks at how this skin clock works and how it connects with the body's main clock. We are particularly interested in how the timing of meals might influence the skin's clock, affecting how skin cells regenerate and how skin ages. By understanding these connections, we hope to uncover new ways to support skin health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This foundational research is relevant to anyone interested in skin health, aging, and the impact of daily rhythms on their body.
Not a fit: Patients seeking immediate treatment for a specific skin condition may not directly benefit from this early-stage basic science research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to new strategies for maintaining healthy skin, slowing down skin aging, and improving skin's ability to heal.
How similar studies have performed: While insights are emerging from studies in other organs, the specific interplay between feeding time, the skin's clock, and skin health is still largely unknown and being explored here.
Where this research is happening
Irvine, United States
- University of California-Irvine — Irvine, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Andersen, Bogi — University of California-Irvine
- Study coordinator: Andersen, Bogi
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.