Candida auris induces IFNg to colonize mammalian skin

E. Dean Merrill, MD, Assistant Professor of Dermatology, UCSF

Objectives:

• Discuss mechanisms of microbial colonization in the skin.
• Discuss differential effects of cytokines (IFNg and IL-17) on the epidermis
• Discuss how these cytokines promote either microbial persistence or clearance

Speaker Disclosures: E. Dean Merrill, MD, has stated that he doesn't have any financial relationships to disclose. 

Moderator Disclosures: Katrina Abuabara, MD, MA, MSCE has disclosed that she is a consultant for Target RWE, Neetkar Therapeutics, Sanofi and Amgen. She receives research grants from Pfizer and Cosmetique International SNC. She is an advisor or reviewer for Amgen.

Planner Disclosures: Hunter Shain, PhD has disclosed that he has an industry sponsored reserach agreement with Kenview. Kelly Cordoro, MD and Amanda Twigg, MD have stated they have no relationships to disclose.