Scientists from the Australian National University have discovered the gene mutation responsible for causing psoriasis, and the findings could lead to improved diagnosis and treatment for patients with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, a chronic inflammatory skin disease. “We were able to identify the gene that could be important in enabling this progression from a skin-only condition to a skin-and-joint condition,” lead study author Chelisa Cardinez told BioWorld.
Stimlabs LLC received U.S. FDA approval for Corplex P, a wound care product that uses placental tissue to facilitate wound healing. “Corplex P is the first particulate device derived from human umbilical cord extracellular matrix indicated for the management of acute and chronic wounds,” Stimlabs CEO John Daniel told BioWorld.