The cover of this issue illustrates this critical interface by depicting the developing microbiome of a child. The artwork highlights the early "window of opportunity" in childhood, during which the development of a diverse microbiome and the maturation of the protective epithelial barriers shape long-term immunological health. Advancing our understanding of these processes is essential for developing novel preventive and therapeutic interventions. © M Oeggerli (Micronaut) 2022, supported by UHB (Pathology) and Bio-EM Lab, Biozentrum, University Basel. journalallergy.com

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According to the Epithelial Barrier Theory, disruption of tight junctions by environmental toxins, such as detergents, pollutants, and microplastics, drives the disease pathogenesis of many chronic inflammatory conditions
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