Low-dose imiquimod induces melanogenesis in melanoma cells through an ROS-mediated pathway

Melanogenesis is the process of melanin maturation which not only protects skin from UV radiation but also plays an important role in antigenicity of melanomas. Imiquimod (IMQ) is a toll-like receptor 7 (TLR7) agonist that exhibits antiviral and anticancer activity.

Source: Journal of Dermatological Science - December 22, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: Zheng-Yi Li, Shu-Hao Chang, Kuang-Ting Liu, Alaina Edelie Wu, Chien-Sheng Hsu, Shi-Wei Huang, Mu-Chi Chung, Shih-Chung Wang, Jun-Kai Kao, Yi-Ju Chen, Jeng-Jer Shieh Source Type: research