8 citations
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January 2017 in “Stem Cells International” A protein called sFRP4 from skin cells stops the development of pigment-producing cells in hair.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” DPP4-positive fibroblasts play a major role in producing proteins that lead to skin fibrosis.
5 citations
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July 2021 in “Basic & Clinical Pharmacology & Toxicology” Melatonin may protect ear cells from damage caused by nicotine.
4 citations
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February 2021 in “Plant journal” OsUEV1B protein is essential for controlling phosphate levels in rice.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Sanhuang Fukang oil helps heal radiation skin injuries by reducing inflammation and cell death.
June 2018 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Finasteride helps female-pattern hair loss.
25 citations
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June 2021 in “Developmental Cell” Dying cells can help with faster healing and new hair growth by releasing a growth-promoting molecule.
23 citations
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January 2002 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Finasteride helps hair growth by decreasing cell death in hair follicles.
21 citations
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January 2002 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Finasteride affects hair growth by changing caspase and XIAP levels, potentially treating hair diseases.
176 citations
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January 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Bone Morphogenetic Proteins (BMPs) help control skin health, hair growth, and color, and could potentially be used to treat skin and hair disorders.
78 citations
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June 2013 in “Science” Mice without the Sept4/ARTS gene heal wounds better due to more stem cells that don't die easily.
72 citations
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June 2001 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” S100A4 and S100A6 proteins may activate stem cells for hair follicle regeneration and could be potential targets for hair loss treatments.
48 citations
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February 2013 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” The protein StAR is found in 17 different organs and can affect hair loss and brain functions, but its full role is not yet fully understood.
30 citations
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December 2011 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” Keratin 17 is modified by RSK1 in response to growth and stress, affecting skin growth and stress response.
26 citations
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August 2019 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” PBX1 helps hair stem cells grow and change by turning on certain cell signals and preventing cell death, which may be useful for hair regrowth treatments.
25 citations
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June 2004 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Macrophage-stimulating protein helps hair grow and can start hair growth phase in mice and human hair samples.
20 citations
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February 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Honokiol helps protect skin from damage and aging caused by cigarette smoke.
9 citations
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November 2019 in “Scientific reports” The AC 2 peptide from Trapa japonica fruit helps protect hair cells and may treat hair loss.
8 citations
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December 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” WNT7A gene expression is higher in early stages of androgenetic alopecia, showing the role of WNT pathway, apoptosis, and inflammation in the disorder.
6 citations
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August 2015 in “Journal of Molecular Histology” Caspase-7 has functions in skin and hair that are not related to cell death.
6 citations
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December 2010 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Apoptosis may contribute to hair loss in androgenetic alopecia.
4 citations
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September 2020 in “Andrologia” Oregano extract helps fix testis and sperm damage caused by finasteride.
4 citations
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July 2020 in “BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies” Human placenta helps hair grow back after chemotherapy by blocking cell death and increasing hair follicle growth.
3 citations
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April 2019 in “Human & Experimental Toxicology” Finasteride causes harmful organ changes in female mice.
2 citations
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August 2018 in “Korean Journal of Plant Resources” Oregonin from Alnus japonica may help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” The study maps goat hair follicle cells, revealing key genes and pathways involved in hair growth and cell death.
August 2024 in “Life Science Alliance” Helminth protein helps wounds heal better by reducing scarring and promoting tissue growth.
April 2024 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” GRK2 is essential for healthy hair follicle function, and its absence can lead to hair loss and cysts.
April 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” MSC-protein helps regenerate gum tissue and bone.
30 citations
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May 2016 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Hair loss in women links to inflammation around hair follicles.