"Revolutionary 'Super Melanin' Cream: Healing, Sunburn Protection, and More"
Scientists at Northwestern University have developed a synthetic version of melanin, known as "super melanin," that has the potential to be used in various applications. In their research, they found that the synthetic melanin can prevent blistering and accelerate the healing process in human skin tissue samples. The team plans to further develop the synthetic melanin as a medical treatment for skin injuries, as well as a potential sunscreen and anti-aging skincare product. The synthetic melanin closely resembles natural melanin and has been designed to be more effective at its job. The team's work is currently being funded by the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. Department of Defense, and they have founded a company to commercialize the technology.