Sweat gland regeneration has remained a major medical challenge—until now. In a recent study, researchers have developed a non-genetic reprogramming method to restore sweat gland function.
THE eccrine sweat glands form a diffuse yet critical thermoregulatory organ for the body. Under the control of the sympathetic nerves, these glands provide the major defense against thermal stress.
When our core temperature rises (because it’s hot outside, or you’re exercising), sweat glands all over our skin release a watery fluid. As that fluid evaporates, it takes heat with it ...