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RESEARCH & PUBLICATIONS

RESEARCH THEMES

Explore the scientific areas connecting ARISE research and clinical work

Mechanics, structure, and fibre biology

Plant material and health research

Formulation science, performance evaluation, and compliance monitoring

Wound healing, keloids, and skin physiology 

​Biological responses to light and environmental exposures 

Clinical investigations, services, trials, and advocacy

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The Africa Research Initiative for Skin Health (ARISE) is based at the University of Cape Town and works in close partnership with the Hair and Skin Research Lab.

 

Led by Prof. Nala Khumalo and Prof. Ardeshir Bayat from the Division of Dermatology, ARISE combines traditional knowledge, scientific excellence, and innovation to position Africa at the forefront of globally relevant research and development in skin and hair health.

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