Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Optimal Foraging00:48

Optimal Foraging

13.9K
How animals obtain and eat their food is called foraging behavior. Foraging can include searching for plants and hunting for prey and depends on the species and environment.
13.9K
Optimization Problems01:26

Optimization Problems

78
Optimization problems often involve identifying maximum or minimum values under specific constraints. A well-known example is determining the longest horizontal pipe that can be moved around a right-angled corner, where a 3-meter-wide hallway meets a 2-meter-wide hallway. This scenario, common in architectural design and industrial transport, can be understood conceptually through geometric and trigonometric reasoning.To visualize the problem, consider the pipe as a straight line that touches...
78
ortho–para-Directing Activators: –CH3, –OH, –⁠NH2, –OCH301:11

ortho–para-Directing Activators: –CH3, –OH, –⁠NH2, –OCH3

7.5K
All ortho–para directors, excluding halogens, are activating groups. These groups donate electrons to the ring, making the ring carbons electron-rich. Consequently, the reactivity of the aromatic ring towards electrophilic substitution increases. For instance, the nitration of anisole is about 10,000 times faster than the nitration of benzene. The electron-donating effect of the methoxy group in anisole activates the ortho and para positions on the ring and stabilizes the corresponding...
7.5K
Optimal Arousal Theory01:23

Optimal Arousal Theory

875
The optimal arousal theory suggests that performance is maximized when an individual experiences a moderate level of arousal. This theory is closely tied to the Yerkes-Dodson law, which illustrates an inverted U-shaped relationship between arousal and performance. The law, formulated by psychologists Robert Yerkes and John Dodson, implies an ideal arousal level for optimal performance, and deviations from this level can lead to declines in effectiveness.
Inverted U-Shaped Performance Curve
The...
875
Optimizing Chromatographic Separations01:15

Optimizing Chromatographic Separations

1.0K
Optimizing chromatographic separations is crucial for obtaining clean separations in a minimum amount of time. Optimization is required for several factors, including kinetic effects related to band broadening, plate height, capacity factor, and separation factor.
Band broadening refers to spreading solute bands as they travel through the column. This broadening can impact resolution. Plate height (H) represents the length required for one theoretical plate. A lower plate height corresponds to...
1.0K
Unrealistic Optimism Bias01:30

Unrealistic Optimism Bias

242
Unrealistic optimism bias is the tendency to overestimate the likelihood of positive outcomes. This cognitive bias makes individuals believe they are less likely to experience failures, setbacks, or risks and more likely to succeed than others. For example, people may assume they are less prone to health issues, accidents, or financial struggles than their peers, even when they share similar risk factors.One key component of this bias is the above-average effect, where individuals perceive...
242

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Fast-tracking dermatologic care for "VIP" patients: ethical concerns and practical approaches.

Clinics in dermatology·2026
Same author

Repair of an Extensive Defect Involving the Forehead and Temple.

Dermatologic surgery : official publication for American Society for Dermatologic Surgery [et al.]·2026
Same author

Subsets of Single Neurons Predict Ensemble Activity and Memory Choices.

Hippocampus·2026
Same author

Expert Perspectives: Evidence-Based Applications of Polynucleotides (PNs) in Aesthetic Medicine and Dermatology.

Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology·2026
Same author

Repair of a Large Defect on the Central Chest.

Dermatologic surgery : official publication for American Society for Dermatologic Surgery [et al.]·2026
Same author

A Single-Center, Open-Label Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Tolerability of Retinal Encapsulated in a Novel Biomimetic Exosome in the Treatment of Mild-To-Moderate Facial Photodamage.

Journal of cosmetic dermatology·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 8, 2026

Visualizing Scar Development Using SCAD Assay - An Ex-situ Skin Scarring Assay
07:40

Visualizing Scar Development Using SCAD Assay - An Ex-situ Skin Scarring Assay

Published on: April 28, 2022

3.3K

Techniques for Optimizing Surgical Scars, Part 3: Erythema, Hyperpigmentation, and Hypopigmentation.

Kathryn Potter1, Sailesh Konda1,2, Vicky Zhen Ren3

  • 1Department of Dermatology, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL.

Skinmed
|June 19, 2018
PubMed
Summary

This review details scar revision techniques for erythema, hyperpigmentation, and hypopigmentation. Options range from topical treatments and lasers to surgical and transplantation methods for optimizing surgical scars.

More Related Videos

Minimal Erythema Dose MED Testing
06:24

Minimal Erythema Dose MED Testing

Published on: May 28, 2013

42.9K
Author Spotlight: A Novel 3D-Printed Titanium Implant for Minimally Invasive Treatment of Hip Dysplasia in Young Dogs
08:40

Author Spotlight: A Novel 3D-Printed Titanium Implant for Minimally Invasive Treatment of Hip Dysplasia in Young Dogs

Published on: April 19, 2024

3.8K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 8, 2026

Visualizing Scar Development Using SCAD Assay - An Ex-situ Skin Scarring Assay
07:40

Visualizing Scar Development Using SCAD Assay - An Ex-situ Skin Scarring Assay

Published on: April 28, 2022

3.3K
Minimal Erythema Dose MED Testing
06:24

Minimal Erythema Dose MED Testing

Published on: May 28, 2013

42.9K
Author Spotlight: A Novel 3D-Printed Titanium Implant for Minimally Invasive Treatment of Hip Dysplasia in Young Dogs
08:40

Author Spotlight: A Novel 3D-Printed Titanium Implant for Minimally Invasive Treatment of Hip Dysplasia in Young Dogs

Published on: April 19, 2024

3.8K

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Aesthetic Medicine

Background:

  • Surgical removal of skin tumors can lead to significant scarring, causing patient distress.
  • Effective scar management is crucial for patient satisfaction and aesthetic outcomes.
  • This review focuses on advanced techniques for revising common scar-related issues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and categorize scar revision strategies for erythematous, hyperpigmented, and hypopigmented scars.
  • To provide an overview of current and emerging treatments for optimizing surgical scar appearance.
  • To guide clinicians in selecting appropriate interventions based on scar type.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of scar revision techniques for erythema, hyperpigmentation, and hypopigmentation.
  • Categorization of treatments including topical agents, light-based therapies, and surgical interventions.
  • Discussion of novel approaches such as photodynamic therapy and cell transplantation.

Main Results:

  • Erythematous scars can be treated with moist exposed burn ointment (MEBO), onion extract, silicone, methyl aminolevulinate-photodynamic therapy (MAL-PDT), pulsed dye laser, intense pulsed light (IPL), and nonablative fractional lasers.
  • Hyperpigmented scars respond to tyrosinase inhibitors, IPL, and nonablative fractional lasers.
  • Hypopigmented scars may be improved with needle dermabrasion, medical tattoos, autologous cell transplantation, prostaglandin analogues, retinoids, calcineurin inhibitors, excimer laser, and nonablative fractional lasers.

Conclusions:

  • A diverse range of treatments exists for revising erythematous, hyperpigmented, and hypopigmented scars.
  • The choice of scar revision technique depends on the specific scar characteristics and patient factors.
  • Optimizing surgical scar outcomes requires a tailored, multi-modal approach.