Characterization of the role of inflammatory lipid mediators in cutaneous inflammation. Characterization of the role of bacterial toxins in the initiation and/or propagation of skin diseases. Genetic manipulation of keratinocytes. My research focuses upon using scientific methods to understand (and thus design better treatments for) inflammatory skin diseases. I have the great fortune of being both a scientist and physician (dermatologist). Thus, my research focuses upon using scientific methods to understand (and thus design better treatments for) inflammatory skin diseases.