Principal Investigator: Jennifer Schoch, MD University of Florida Overview: Though the cause of eczema is yet unknown, animal studies suggest importance of the early interaction between bacteria present on the skin and the immune system. If bacteria are present on the skin of mice shortly … [Read more...] about Neonatal Cutaneous Microbiome Predictors of Infantile Eczema
Neonatal Skin
Unraveling Determinants of the Early Cutaneous Microbiome
Principal Investigator: Jennifer Schoch, MD University of Florida Overview: Prospective studies of the neonatal cutaneous microbiome are lacking. In this project, Dr. Schoch will collect weekly skin microbiome swabs from 25 very low birthweight infants in the neonatal intensive care unit. … [Read more...] about Unraveling Determinants of the Early Cutaneous Microbiome
The Relationship between the Cutaneous Microbiome and Skin Barrier in Infantile Atopic Dermatitis
Principal Investigator: Jennifer Schoch, MD University of Florida Co-Investigator: Reesa Monir, MD University of Florida Overview: Infantile atopic dermatitis (i.e. eczema) is a common pediatric skin condition leading to significant complications for patients and parents. Sleep … [Read more...] about The Relationship between the Cutaneous Microbiome and Skin Barrier in Infantile Atopic Dermatitis
Management of afebrile neonates with pustules
Principal Investigator: Christine Lauren, MD Columbia University Overview: The aim of this retrospective, multi-center study is to document the current practices of pediatric dermatologists across North America and establish recommendations for the evaluation and management of afebrile … [Read more...] about Management of afebrile neonates with pustules
Evaluation of skin care practices in the neonatal ICU setting
Principal Investigator: Christine Lauren, MD Columbia University Overview: The Survey of Skincare in Neonates to Update Guidelines (SoSNUG) project proposes to assess the practices and protocols regarding neonatal skin care that are currently utilized in newborn nurseries and NICUs across the … [Read more...] about Evaluation of skin care practices in the neonatal ICU setting
