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LL-37

Published research on LL-37: record counts, recent publications, reviews and registered studies, pulled from PubMed and ClinicalTrials.gov. Part of tissue repair research.

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At a glance

2,539PubMed records
20Registered studies on ClinicalTrials.gov
38Randomized controlled trials
60Clinical trials
261Reviews
6Systematic reviews

Registered studies by status: 1 recruiting, 0 active not recruiting, 12 completed.

PubMed records by year

Number of PubMed records mentioning LL-37, 2016 to 2026 (2026 is year to date).

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Latest publications

Combinatorial therapy of LL-37 and ADSCs accelerates diabetic wound repair by orchestrating NRROS-mediated crosstalk between TGF-β/SMAD and hippo/TEAD1 axes.Cytokine · 2026 Aug 25 · Wei L et al. · PubMedLL-37-MRGPRX2-Mast Cell Signaling in Rosacea: Current Evidence and Directions for Human Studies.Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol · 2026 Oct 7 · Yin H et al. · PubMedFull-length brain-derived α-synuclein fibril models reveal fuzzy-coat control of peptide recognition.Protein Sci · 2026 Oct · Pintado-Grima C et al. · PubMedExposure to the antimicrobial peptides LL-37 and ATRA-1 induces a lipidome response in Staphylococcus aureus that alters membrane biophysical properties.Biochim Biophys Acta Biomembr · 2026 Jun 16 · Fuertes-Chaves C et al. · PubMedResponsive dual-layer hydrogel microneedles accelerate diabetic wound healing via antibacterial and enzyme cascade regulation.Biomater Adv · 2026 May 15 · Zhang Y et al. · PubMedRK-14: A Novel Antimicrobial Peptide Targeting Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria and Catheter-Associated Biofilms.Probiotics Antimicrob Proteins · 2026 Sep 29 · Mehraj I et al. · PubMedCoordination chemistry and antimicrobial activity of LL-37, its C-terminal fragment, and a peptidomimetic analogue.Dalton Trans · 2026 Sep 29 · Szarszoń K et al. · PubMedA portable N-terminal biphenyl motif in LL-37 enhances the activity of short human cathelicidin derivatives.bioRxiv · 2026 Sep 25 · Albin JS et al. · PubMedLL-37-based oral antimicrobial therapeutics: translational challenges and future directions-a narrative review.Odontology · 2026 Sep 20 · J M et al. · PubMedCathelicidin LL-37 inhibits angiogenesis and migration in gastric cancer via inhibition of NF-κB/IL-6 signaling.Histol Histopathol · 2026 Sep 16 · Luo H et al. · PubMedRational hybrid design and computational characterization of PA-Hyb1: a novel peptide inhibitor targeting the MexB efflux pump in Pseudomonas aeruginosa.J Mol Model · 2026 Sep 12 · Abdel-Aziem SH · PubMedCalmodulin-tagging prevents aggregation and facilitates the proteolytic release of the recombinant human cathelicidin LL-37 by accommodating its hydrophobic regions.Int J Biol Macromol · 2026 Sep 11 · Shibagaki M et al. · PubMed

Reviews

LL-37-MRGPRX2-Mast Cell Signaling in Rosacea: Current Evidence and Directions for Human Studies.Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol · 2026 Oct 7 · Yin H et al. · PubMedLL-37-based oral antimicrobial therapeutics: translational challenges and future directions-a narrative review.Odontology · 2026 Sep 20 · J M et al. · PubMedEmerging antimicrobial peptides in gastrointestinal disorders: Dual role in immunity and therapy.World J Gastrointest Pharmacol Ther · 2026 Sep 5 · Selvaraj K et al. · PubMedNeurogenic Rosacea and Facial Dysesthesia: Neurovascular-Immune Mechanisms and Translational Therapeutic Perspectives.Medicina (Kaunas) · 2026 Sep 3 · Maden S · PubMedScalp Rosacea: Current Evidence.Dermatol Ther (Heidelb) · 2026 Aug 1 · Olvera-Rodríguez V et al. · PubMedOccupational Contact Dermatitis in the Post-COVID Era: From Barrier Dysfunction and Microbiome Dysbiosis to Prevention and Precision Management.J Clin Med · 2026 Aug 17 · Maghiar L et al. · PubMedAntimicrobial Peptides of the Skin: Roles in Skin Cancer and Clinical Applications.Exp Dermatol · 2026 Aug · Botto E et al. · PubMedDental Pulp Stem Cells for the Management of Plaque Biofilm-Associated Infections : A Review.Int Dent J · 2026 Apr 29 · Aliniay-Sharafshadehi S et al. · PubMed

Clinical trial publications

Acute effects of continuous and interval cycling on salivary SIgA and anti-microbial peptide secretions: a randomized crossover trial.Eur J Appl Physiol · 2025 Aug 14 · Ito R et al. · PubMedImpact of 3-dimensional myofascial release on tumor necrosis factor (TNF) alpha biomarker in nonspecific low back pain: a randomised controlled trial.Eur Spine J · 2025 Aug 25 · Welling A et al. · PubMedWeekly Vitamin D Supplementation to Prevent Acute Respiratory Infections in Young Children at Different Latitudes: A Randomized Controlled Trial.J Pediatr · 2024 Aug 22 · Reyes ML et al. · PubMedAcute salivary antimicrobial peptide secretion response to different exercise intensities and durations.Am J Physiol Regul Integr Comp Physiol · 2024 Aug 19 · Ito R et al. · PubMedEffect of weekly vitamin D supplementation on the severity of atopic dermatitis and type 2 immunity biomarkers in children: A randomized controlled trial.J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol · 2024 Mar 14 · Borzutzky A et al. · PubMedEfficacy of LL-37 cream in enhancing healing of diabetic foot ulcer: a randomized double-blind controlled trial.Arch Dermatol Res · 2023 Jul 22 · Miranda E et al. · PubMedReduction of Erythema in Moderate-Severe Rosacea by a Low Molecular Weight Heparan Sulfate Analog (HSA).J Drugs Dermatol · 2023 Jun 1 · George R et al. · PubMedComparison of frailty in patients with nontuberculous mycobacterial lung disease and bronchiectasis: a prospective cohort study.BMC Pulm Med · 2022 Nov 3 · Fujita K et al. · PubMed

Registered studies

Most recently started of 20 ClinicalTrials.gov entries.

Evaluation of 25(OH)D3 and LL-37 Levels in Periimplant Sulcus FluidNCT07280754 · Not Yet Recruiting · started 2025-12-30Cathelicidin LL-37 Relation to Potentially Malignant LesionsNCT06219330 · Completed · started 2023-07-01Crosstalk Between Mucosal-Associated Invariant T (MAIT) Cells and the Gut Microbiota and Mucosa in the Development of Type 1 Diabetes in ChildrenNCT05054361 · Recruiting · started 2022-01-01Chlorhexidine and Essential Oil Mouthwashes on Human Beta-Defensin 2 (hbD2) and Kathelicidin (LL-37) Saliva LevelsNCT04946617 · Unknown · started 2021-07-20The Role of Anti-inflammatory Cytokines and Antimicrobial Peptide LL-37 Biomarkers in the Treatment of Periodontal Disease.NCT04404335 · Completed · started 2021-05-17Peri-implant Vitamin D and Cathelicidin (LL-37) LevelsNCT06867250 · Completed · started 2021-04-01Cathelicidin LL-37 Levels in the GCF and the Saliva of Smokers and Non-smokers With Stage III,IV PeriodontitisNCT04861493 · Completed · started 2021-02-23Efficacy of LL-37 Cream on Bacteria Colonization, Inflammation Response and Healing Rate of Diabetic Foot UlcersNCT04098562 · Unknown · Phase 2 · started 2019-10Effect of High-Dose Vitamin D3 in Smokers and Non-Smokers With and Without HIVNCT03270709 · Terminated · Phase 1 · started 2018-04-11Salivary TAS, TOS, LL-37 and Dental Status in Passive Smoking ChildrenNCT04292548 · Completed · started 2016-11-16Passive Smoking and LL-37 in ChildrenNCT03639376 · Completed · started 2016-11Evaluation of the Inhibitory Effects of Topical Ivermectin on Markers of Rosacea Specific Inflammation.NCT02806414 · Completed · Phase 1 / Phase 2 · started 2016-07

Good News

Positive coverage and opinions: this section collects news and commentary that read favorably.

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Balanced coverage

Primary data for your own interpretation: published studies and regulator documents. No publisher opinion pieces.

WITHDRAWN: Corrigendum to "Oroxylin A suppress LL-37 generated rosacea-like skin inflammation through the modulation of SIRT3-SOD2-NF-κB signaling pathway" [Int. Immunopharmacol. 129 (2024) 111636].Int Immunopharmacol · 2026 Jul 8 · Feng C et al. · PubMedApoptosis Modulation by LL-37: From Mitochondrial Cell Death to Prosurvival Signaling.Int J Mol Sci · 2026 Sep 19 · Voronko OE et al. · PubMedAssessing the Safety and Probiotic Potential of Bifidobacterium longum subsp. infantis BI45: A Comprehensive Study from Genomic Analysis to Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial in Healthy Adults.Probiotics Antimicrob Proteins · 2026 May 12 · Song S et al. · PubMedPrecision synbiotic intervention with 2'-fucosyllactose and infant-derived Bifidobacterium modulates gut-immune axis and reduces disease risk in toddlers: a randomized controlled trial.Front Nutr · 2026 Jul 30 · Chen K et al. · PubMedLimosilactobacillus fermentum LF61: A multidimensional study on safety and functionality from genomics to clinical application.Food Chem Toxicol · 2026 Feb 6 · Jin M et al. · PubMedEfficacy and safety of Oral LL-37 against the Omicron BA.5.1.3 variant of SARS-COV-2: A randomized trial.J Med Virol · 2023 Aug · Zhao Y et al. · PubMedAsk Tina for links to further coverage

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