Insights into Solar Radiation: Therapeutic targets and Innovative products

The field of dermatological research is increasingly focusing on the impacts of heightened global UV radiation, primarily attributed to stratospheric ozone depletion from human activities. This escalated exposure not only precipitates acute skin reactions like sunburn and tanning but also instigates chronic conditions including photoaging and skin cancer. Absorption of UV radiation by the skin leads to a spectrum of damage, from direct DNA impairment to indirect effects such as oxidative stress and compromised antioxidant defenses.

This Research Topic aims to collate cutting-edge research on novel methodologies for either preventing or addressing skin damage stemming from excessive UV radiation. These innovative approaches encompass the identification of new bioactive compounds, pinpointing therapeutic targets specifically for photodamage, and pioneering the creation of groundbreaking skincare products.

To explore successful mitigation strategies for UV radiation effects, we welcome contributions that explore, but are not limited to:

- The role of bioactive compounds in managing oxidative stress induced by UV radiation
- UV radiation-induced skin inflammation
- The impact of UV on photoaging and associated therapeutic targets related to the extracellular matrix
- Oncogenesis related to UV exposure and preventative approaches
- Revolutionary products designed to treat and prevent UV radiation's harmful impacts on the skin

This Research Topic welcomes submissions of various article types including Original Research, Review, Mini-Review, and Brief Research Report. Further details about submission guidelines and article types are available below.

Keywords: radiation, skin, aging, oxidative stress, cancer

Important note: All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.