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June 2023 in “Journal of Nanobiotechnology” The sponge heals wounds without antibiotics and has strong antibacterial and antioxidant properties.
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July 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” Plant-derived exosomes can help deliver drugs and enable communication between different organisms.
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November 2024 in “Materials” PHAs are promising biodegradable materials for medical and dental uses.
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January 2023 in “BioMed Research International” Microbial biosurfactants could be a safer and environmentally friendly alternative to chemical surfactants in cosmetics.
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August 2025 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” Platelet-derived exosomes offer better regenerative therapy but face challenges in isolation and regulation.
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February 2025 in “Macromolecular Rapid Communications” Thermo-responsive polymers in nanoparticles enable targeted drug delivery and advanced therapies by releasing drugs at specific temperatures.
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June 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Microneedles improve drug delivery, patient compliance, and have potential in cancer treatment and skin care.
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June 2021 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” Extracts from Alnus sibirica and oregonin may help with hair growth and prevent hair loss.
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January 2023 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Minor injuries to hair follicles can stimulate hair growth in mice by increasing a specific protein.
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June 2014 in “Biomaterials” Peptide hydrogels heal burn wounds faster and better than standard dressings.
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March 2014 in “Biomaterials” A new skin-whitening agent using a peptide from wheat is safe and effective at reducing skin pigmentation.
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April 2003 in “Biomaterials” Bismuth subgallate and borneol together improve skin wound healing better than when used separately or compared to other treatments.
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July 2018 in “Journal of Functional Biomaterials” A new anti-baldness patch effectively treats hair loss by blocking enzymes linked to the condition.
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February 2015 in “Biomaterials” A surface with VEGF can specifically capture endothelial cells from flowing fluids.
February 2026 in “ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering” Human stem cells can help grow hair for regenerative medicine.
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January 2022 in “Biomaterials Science” RNA delivery is best for in-body use, while RNP delivery is good for outside-body use. Both methods are expected to greatly impact future treatments.
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September 2015 in “Acta biomaterialia” Alkylation of human hair keratin allows for adjustable drug release rates in hydrogels for medical use.
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February 2017 in “ACS biomaterials science & engineering” Polydopamine is a safe, effective, and permanent hair dye that turns gray hair black in one hour.
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February 2023 in “Biomaterials Research” The hydrogel works quickly to stop bleeding and prevent infection, making it a promising first-aid bandage.
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July 2025 in “MedComm – Biomaterials and Applications” Microneedles show promise for cancer diagnosis and treatment due to their minimally invasive nature and effective drug delivery.
July 2024 in “ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering” Nanoencapsulated antibiotics are more effective in treating hair follicle infections than free antibiotics.