Aryl Hydrocarbon Receptor (AhR or AHR) is a cytoplasmic receptor and transcription factor that belongs to the family of basic helix-loop-helix transcription factors. The AhR is activated or inhibited by…
Oncostatin M (OSM) is a member of the interleukin-6 (IL-6) family cytokines. It is mainly secreted by T lymphocytes, neutrophils, and macrophages. OSM plays a significant role in inflammation, autoimmunity,…
Atopic dermatitis is a chronically relapsing inflammatory skin disease. The characteristics of atopic dermatitis are eczema and even pruritus. The mechanism of itching evoked in atopic dermatitis is still not…
Signal transducers and activators of transcription 6 (STAT6) is an important transcription factor in IL-4 signaling pathway. STAT6 is also a key regulator of the Th2 cell immune response. Therefore,…