Epidermal-Equivalent Models (IMAGE) Hokkaido University Caption The epidermal-equivalent models generated from epidermal cells with (right) or without (left) a basal layer made of polyester mesh. Living layers are indicated by blue arrows and stratum corneum by red arrows. Asterisks indicate cross sections of polyester fibers. Scale bars = 50 μm. Credit Kumamoto J. et al., <i>Scientific Reports</i>, December 20, 2018 Usage Restrictions This image is copyrighted and can be used for reporting this press release if properly credited. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.