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December 2018 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Biodegradable microparticles help wounds heal without scars.
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January 2024 in “ACS Nano” Black phosphorus nanosheets help heal large wounds by reducing inflammation and promoting tissue regeneration.
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February 2008 in “The American journal of pathology” Controlled delivery of specific RNA and IL-4 restored hair growth in mice with autoimmune alopecia.
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April 2003 in “Biomaterials” Controlled release of growth factors in hydrogels improved hair growth in mice.
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January 2015 in “Nanoscale” The new micelle formulation delivers acne treatment more effectively and safely than current gels.
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June 2002 in “Biomaterials” Controlled release of VEGF in a collagen hydrogel boosts hair growth in mice.
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January 1994 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Artificial skin is improving wound healing and shows potential for treating different types of wounds.
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September 2023 in “Scientific reports” The nanocomposite films with vitamins and nanoparticles are promising for fast and effective burn wound healing.