The Rasmussen Lab(link is external) was recently awarded a prestigious 2-year grant from the LEO Foundation(link is external). The Denmark-based LEO Foundation(link is external) provides grants supporting international research in skin biology and disease. This latest round of research grants sees DKK 44 million to 12 international skin research projects, that will illuminate new corners of dermatological knowledge.
The project title is “(link is external)Control of Langerhans cell dynamics and function by the microtubule cytoskeleton.” (link is external)Congratulations to the Rasmussen Lab!
Project information from the LEO Foundation website:
Jeffrey Rasmussen’s project investigates the mechanisms governing Langerhans cells’ immune response in wound healing, particularly the role of the microtubule cytoskeleton.
Skin provides a robust and durable physical barrier essential for regulating hydration and repelling pathogens. Damage to skin must be rapidly resolved to maintain organ homeostasis. Epidermal-resident immune cells known as Langerhans cells use dendritic protrusions to dynamically surveil the skin microenvironment, which contains epithelial keratinocytes and somatosensory peripheral axons.
