title: Biochemistry in relation to dermatology in the past 25 years.
abstract: Great progress has been made during the past 25 years in biochemical studies and similar progress has been made in investigative dermatology. The progress originally depended upon the development of a group of leaders who won support for research endeavors, and in the future its continuation will depend upon support for basic support for basic research in clinical departments. Current studies on melanocyte-stimulating hormone receptors, the role of filaments in pigment cells, and the role of cyclic AMP in melanocytes are reviewed.
mesh_terms: D001671:Biochemistry / Q000266:history*; D003880:Dermatology / Q000266:history*; D049673:History, 20th Century; D006801:Humans; D014481:United States