The cornea is unique because of its complete avascularity. Corneal neovascularization
(CNV) can result from a variety of etiologies including contact lens wear; corneal infections; …

The cell cycle regulator p16 is known as a biomarker and an effector of aging. However, its
function in intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD) is unclear. In this study, p16 expression …

Purpose Cellular senescence is a state of permanent growth arrest whereby a cell reaches
its replicative limit. However, senescence can also be triggered prematurely in certain …

Severe corneal injuries often result in permanent vision loss and remain a clinical challenge.
Human bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and their secreted factors …

Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) causes recurrent mucocutaneous lesions in the eye
that may advance to corneal blindness. Nucleoside analogs exemplified by acyclovir (ACV) …

Hospitalized children with severe malnutrition face high mortality rates and often suffer from
hepatic and intestinal dysfunction, with negative impacts on their survival. New treatments …

Corneal diseases affect 4.2 million people worldwide and are a leading cause of vision
impairment and blindness. Current treatments for corneal diseases, such as antibiotics …

Ocular surface exposure to nitrogen mustard (NM) leads to severe ocular toxicity which
includes the separation of epithelial and stromal layers, loss of endothelial cells, cell death …

Severe ocular surface diseases can lead to limbal stem cell deficiency (LSCD), which is
accompanied by defective healing. We aimed to evaluate the role of the substance P …

Simple Summary The sun is a deadly laser, and its damaging rays harm exposed tissues
such as our skin and eyes. The skin's protection and repair mechanisms are well understood …