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GenoScreen bioinformatics training courses 2024
As a training organization, GenoScreen is offering bioinformatics training courses for professionals in 2024. Whether you are a novice or an expert, our training courses will give you the skills you need to master the analysis of NGS data and gain autonomy.
Updated guidelines for Novel Food submissions (EU) 2015/2283
The 1st of February 2025 entered into force the “Guidance on the scientific requirements for an application of a novel food in the context of Regulation (EU) 2015/2283”.
Why preserve the skin microbiota?
The skin serves as the first line of interaction with the external environment and as a defence mechanism against the physical, chemical, or biological stresses and challenges it encounters. The skin microbiota plays a key role in these interactions and defence functions. Formerly known as "skin flora", it colonises every square centimetre of the skin. Its role is fundamental to both skin health and the overall well-being of the body. What are the factors that influence its composition, and what disrupts its functions?
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Skin microbiome's influence on skin health
The cutaneous microbiota has become a subject of interest for the nutri-cosmetics, dermo-cosmetics and beauty industries. New products have been launched that claim to respect the skin's microbiota, as well as skincare products containing a new category of active ingredients - pre-, pro- and post-biotics - designed to protect, rebalance or maintain its equilibrium. These innovations have been made possible by significant scientific and technological advances in the study of microbiota.
How to preserve the skin microbiota?
The skin microbiota plays a vital role in maintaining the skin's integrity and functionality. It contributes to the proper regulation of organisms and organs, allowing the skin to perform its essential functions, including acting as a barrier. See our latest article "Why preservce the skin microbiota ?"