Stiffness gradients in alginate gels can guide cancer cell invasion and study cellular behaviors.
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April 2024 in “Indian Journal of Microbiology” 1 citations
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January 1998 in “Cosmetics and toiletries” Both amodimethicone and dimethicone copolyol amine are effective hair conditioners.
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March 2004 in “Patty's Toxicology” These chemicals can be toxic and cause health issues like irritation, liver damage, and cancer.
The new sensor can detect a toxic chemical in water with high sensitivity and accuracy.
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June 2023 in “Plants” Sugars from Sargassum and brown algae may have health benefits like fighting viruses and helping with wound healing, but there are challenges in using them.
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June 2014 in “Vìsnik farmacìï” A medicinal cosmetic product for treating Androgenetic Alopecia was developed using plant-based substances, Saw palmetto and Japanese Sophora, with pumpkin seed oil and stabilizers like Carbopol, sodium alginate, xanthan gum, Tween-20 and cetyl alcohol.
February 2026 in “Phycology” Microalgae can sustainably improve nutrition and cosmetics with their diverse beneficial compounds.
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July 2002 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Two plywood factory workers developed contact dermatitis from phenol-formaldehyde resin, a known allergen.
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October 2023 in “Science Progress” Polycaprolactone and barium titanate composites show promise for use in biomedical applications.
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August 2020 in “Resources” Macroalgae compounds offer sustainable, effective benefits for cosmetics.
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January 2018 in “Journal of Analytical Methods in Chemistry” A new method accurately measures a drug in skin for cancer therapy research.
January 2022 in “Social Science Research Network” A special coating was made for artificial hair fibers that can slowly release silver ions for up to 56 days, providing long-term protection against bacteria and inflammation.
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December 2016 in “Vìsnik farmacìï” The best gel to treat a type of hair loss has 1% sodium alginate, 1% carbopol, 5% glycerin, 0.2% potassium sorbate, and water.
The hydrogel helps bone growth and healing in jaw and facial defects.
16 citations
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January 2023 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” The scaffold with polydopamine and bioactive glass effectively promotes bone regeneration.
December 2023 in “Majalah Kedokteran Gigi Indonesia” Cinnamaldehyde helps bone healing initially but may slow healing later unless combined with DHT treatment.
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March 2013 in “Tetrahedron Letters” New method makes important drug ingredients more easily without needing extra purification steps.
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September 2024 in “Heliyon” Nanobioceramics can effectively and cheaply heal wounds without side effects.
Certain ingredients in personal care products, like formaldehyde, oxidative hair dyes, and sulfates, pose health risks and need careful review.
December 2012 in “SWU eJournals System (Srinakharinwirot University)” Chemical hair removal can cause skin irritation and other issues, but natural alternatives are being explored.
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November 2024 in “Materials” PHAs are promising biodegradable materials for medical and dental uses.
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June 2023 in “Advanced functional materials” Tunable structured metal oxides show promise for various medical treatments due to their versatility and cost-effectiveness.
January 2013 in “Victoria University Research Repository (Victoria University)” An elemental database for Chinese herbal remedies was created to explore the role of inorganic species in medicine.
November 2025 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” Charge-conversion chemistry improves hair-rebonding by enhancing penetration and strength.
September 2025 in “ACS Applied Polymer Materials” The hydrogel speeds up wound healing, fights bacteria, reduces inflammation, and monitors pH.
March 2024 in “Organic letters” A new method efficiently modifies alkenes to create useful medicinal compounds.
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January 2002 in “Springer eBooks” Alkaline hair relaxers damage hair, but cationic and non-ionic polymers can help reduce this damage.
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October 2022 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” Algae can be used in medicine and food for their valuable compounds and nutrients.
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October 2025 in “Journal of Materials Science Materials in Medicine” The composite speeds up skin healing and is safe for use in wound dressings.