research Morphological changes of the hair roots in alopecia areata: A scanning electron microscopic study 3 citations , December 2013 in “Journal of Dermatology” Scanning electron microscopy revealed four distinct hair root shapes in alopecia areata, suggesting a less invasive diagnostic method.
research Effects of ultraviolet B radiation on physicochemical properties of human hair shaft 5 citations , March 2012 in “Microscopy Research and Technique” UVB radiation changes the chemical makeup and dries out human hair but doesn't alter its appearance or texture.
research Mapping the expression of epithelial hair follicle stem cell‐related transcription factors LHX2 and SOX9 in the human hair follicle 33 citations , March 2015 in “Experimental Dermatology” LHX2 and SOX9 identify unique hair follicle cell groups, crucial for hair maintenance.
research Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome 4 citations , April 2018 in “The journal of pediatrics/The Journal of pediatrics” A 6-year-old girl's inability to grow her hair long was due to Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome, which causes hair to shed easily and may improve with age.
research 573 Hair follicles employ a 2-dimensional healing strategy to repair 3-dimensional injuries September 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Hair follicles repair 3D injuries using a 2D healing process.
community Protective effects of taurine on human hair follicle grown in vitro. - PubMed 4 upvotes 7 years ago Taurine promotes hair survival and protects hair follicles. Users discuss trying topical taurine for hair growth.
community A Theory on Why Microneedling Works 172 upvotes 6 years ago Microneedling may enhance hair regrowth by transferring stem cells to dormant follicles, improving the effects of minoxidil. Users discuss using microneedling with needle lengths around 1.5mm to stimulate hair growth.