The reach of tribology has expanded in diverse fields and tribology related research
activities have seen immense growth during the last decade. This review takes stock of the …

Ageing is accompanied by a steady decline in touch sensitivity and acuity. Conversely,
pleasant touch, such as experienced during a caress, is even more pleasant in old age …

Age-related changes in skin mechanics have a major impact on the aesthetic perception of
skin. The link between skin microstructure and mechanics is crucial for therapeutic and …

Decline of tactile sensation associated with ageing depends on modifications in skin and
both central and peripheral nervous systems. At present, age‐related changes in the …

Multisensory decline is common as people age, and aging is the primary risk of Alzheimer's
Disease (AD). Recent studies have begun to shed light on the possibility that age-related …

In the aging population, lower urinary tract (LUT) dysfunction is common and often leads to
storage and voiding difficulties classified into overlapping symptom syndromes. Despite …

Ageing of populations has emerged as one of the most pressing societal, economic and
healthcare challenges currently facing most nations across the globe. The ageing process …

Tactile sensitivity generally decreases with aging and is associated with impairments in skin
properties. Products that hydrate the skin can combat touch deficits and aromatic …

Whether Merkel cells regenerate in adult skin and from which progenitor cells they
regenerate are a subject of debate. Understanding Merkel cell regeneration is of interest to …

Our sense of fine touch deteriorates as we age, a phenomenon typically associated with
neurological changes to the skin. However, geometric and material changes to the skin may …