research Keratin K15 as a Biomarker of Epidermal Stem Cells 85 citations , September 2013 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Keratin 15 is not a reliable sole marker for identifying epidermal stem cells because it's found in various cell types.
research 1403 Melatonin protects K15+ human hair follicle stem cells against paclitaxel-induced damage ex vivo April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Melatonin may help prevent hair loss caused by the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel.
research Re-Assessing K15 as an Epidermal Stem Cell Marker 36 citations , March 2011 in “Stem Cell Reviews and Reports”
research Equine Hoof Stem Progenitor Cells (HPC) CD29 + /Nestin + /K15 + – a Novel Dermal/epidermal Stem Cell Population With a Potential Critical Role for Laminitis Treatment 6 citations , May 2021 in “Stem Cell Reviews and Reports” Newly found stem cells in horse hooves show promise for treating a hoof disease called laminitis.
research Melatonin protects K15+ human hair follicle stem cells and hair matrix keratinocytes against paclitaxel-induced damage ex vivo 1 citations , September 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Melatonin may protect hair follicle cells from damage caused by a chemotherapy drug.
community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews in Treatment 42 upvotes 6 years ago Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.