research Novel inhibitors of 5α-reductase
New research is needed to create better drugs that block the enzyme responsible for conditions like male baldness and prostate enlargement.
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research Hair Growth Defects in Insig-Deficient Mice Caused by Cholesterol Precursor Accumulation and Reversed by Simvastatin
Mice lacking Insig proteins had hair growth problems due to cholesterol buildup, but this was fixed by the drug simvastatin.
research Steroid 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
New steroidal compounds could be effective for treating conditions related to 5α-reductase enzyme activity.
research An investigation of vitamin D status in alopecia areata
People with alopecia areata often have lower vitamin D levels and more inflammation, suggesting vitamin D might be involved in the condition.
research Minoxidil specifically decreases the expression of lysine hydroxylase in cultured human skin fibroblasts
Minoxidil reduces lysine hydroxylase in skin cells.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors, Chemical and Clinical Models
Researchers developed a model to predict how well certain compounds can block an enzyme related to hair loss and prostate issues, suggesting a 50 mg dose of finasteride might be effective based on lab and body data.
research Synthesis of 17β-N-arylcarbamoylandrost-4-en-3-one derivatives and their anti-proliferative effect on human androgen-sensitive LNCaP cell line
Compounds 6f and 6g effectively stop prostate cancer cell growth without harming healthy cells.
research Recent Advances in Drug Design and Drug Discovery for Androgen- Dependent Diseases
New treatments for prostate cancer and BPH show promise, including novel compounds that target hormone synthesis and response.
research Structure-guided manipulation of the regioselectivity of the cyclosporine A hydroxylase CYP-sb21 from Sebekia benihana
Scientists improved an enzyme to better produce a hair growth-promoting chemical from an immunosuppressant.
research Rickets with Alopecia Signals Vitamin D Dependent Rickets Type II
A child with rickets and hair loss might have a rare type of rickets that doesn't improve much with usual vitamin D and calcium treatment.
research Serum 25 hydroxy vitamin D level in patients with telogen effluvium
People with Telogen Effluvium have lower vitamin D levels.
research Altered Hormone and Bioactive Lipid Plasma Profile in Rodent Models of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Revealed by Targeted Mass Spectrometry
Rodent models of PCOS show some hormone changes similar to humans, but also have key differences.
research Ethanol extract of Sinsun-yukza-hwan, a Korean medicinal prescription, promotes hair growth in C57BL/6 mice, an alopecia animal model
Sinsun-yukza-hwan extract promotes hair growth in mice.
research Investigation of drug partition property in artificial sebum
The conclusion is that measuring how drugs partition into artificial sebum is important for predicting their delivery into hair and sebaceous follicles, and it provides better information than traditional methods.
research Prostaglandin D2 Uses Components of ROS Signaling to Enhance Testosterone Production in Keratinocytes
Prostaglandin D2 increases testosterone production in skin cells through a process involving reactive oxygen species, and antioxidants may help treat hair loss.
research Bio-Catalytic Action of Pseudomonas DL17 on Environmental Contaminant Sunset Yellow FCF
Pseudomonas DL17 can completely break down the harmful dye Sunset Yellow FCF in 48 hours.
research Hydroxyl radical mediates cisplatin-induced apoptosis in human hair follicle dermal papilla cells and keratinocytes through Bcl-2-dependent mechanism
Hydroxyl radicals cause hair follicle cell death during chemotherapy by reducing Bcl-2 protein levels.
research New Progesterone Esters as 5.ALPHA.-Reductase Inhibitors.
Some new progesterone derivatives are better at blocking testosterone conversion than a common drug.
research Flavonoids with Two OH Groups in the B-Ring Promote Pigmented Hair Regeneration
Certain flavonoids help grow back colored hair after skin injury.
research Alopecia - the search for novel agents continues
Many potential alopecia treatments need more testing to confirm they promote acceptable hair growth with minimal side effects.
research Flavonoid 4,4′-dimethoxychalcone selectively eliminates senescent cells via activating ferritinophagy
The substance DMC helps get rid of aging cells by triggering a process that causes cell death, which could treat age-related diseases.
research 287 Mackerel fermented fish oil suppresses human keratinocyte damage caused by ultraviolet B radiation
Mackerel fermented fish oil protects skin cells from damage by UVB light.
research Cover stories: 10 start-ups to watch: Liquid Light
Pomiferin may improve skin and scalp health by boosting important protein expression.
research The effect of glycyrrhizic acid and aqueous licorice extract on hair growth retardation : in vitro mechanistic and efficacy studies in human
Glycyrrhizic acid and licorice extract can significantly reduce unwanted hair growth.
research Testosterone 5.ALPHA.-Reductase Inhibitory Active Constituents of Piper nigrum Leaf
Black pepper leaf extract contains compounds that can block testosterone effects and promote hair growth.
research Mechanism of Cuticle Hole Development in Human Hair Due to UV-Radiation Exposure
UV radiation damages hair by creating holes and peeling cuticle layers.
research Testicular Steroidogenesis
Genetic defects in testosterone production can cause hormonal and developmental disorders, and more research is needed to understand androgen regulation and develop safer treatments.
research Serum 25 hydroxyvitamin D levels in alopecia areata, female pattern hair loss, and male androgenetic alopecia in a Chinese population
Low vitamin D levels are linked to different types of hair loss.
research Hereditary vitamin D-resistant rickets in Lebanese patients: the p.R391S and p.H397P variants have different phenotypes
Two different mutations in the vitamin D receptor gene cause different symptoms and responses to treatment in Lebanese patients with hereditary rickets.
research Extractives of Cercidiphyllum japonicum twigs: isolation and structural elucidation of a new galloylflavonol glycoside, anomeric tannins and flavonoids
Scientists found a new natural compound and other known compounds in Cercidiphyllum japonicum twigs, which might be useful for medicine.