Document Type
Plan B - Open Access
Award Date
2024
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Biology and Microbiology
First Advisor
Greg Heiberger
Abstract
UV rays from the sun cause damage to our genomic DNA and in turn have the ability to cause cancer. Protection methods such as sunscreen have been used for many years, however, the introduction of polyphenols and topical creams have brought new hope to skin protection. Polyphenols are a new method using an internal approach that directly targets the damaged DNA using different mechanisms through food. When used in addition to sunscreen, the chances of skin cancer are greatly reduced. Additionally, but using topical cream such as 5-fluorouracil can be an approach to already existing lesions caused from UV radiation. These preventative measures are taken to reduce the growth of keratinocyte carcinomas. This includes basal cell carcinomas as well as squamous cell carcinomas.
Publisher
South Dakota State University
Rights
© 2024 Alex Kandolin
Recommended Citation
Kandolin, Alex, "Sun Damages and Preventative Measures for Keratinocyte Carcinomas" (2024). Biology and Microbiology Graduate Students Plan B Research Projects. 47.
https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/biomicro_plan-b/47