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GlossaryBovine Serum Albumin

Bovine serum albumin (BSA) is a protein derived from cows' blood that is commonly used in laboratory research, including studies related to hair biology and hair loss. It serves as a stabilizing agent and nutrient source in cell culture, helping to maintain the viability of hair follicle cells during experimentation. BSA's relevance to hair loss research lies in its ability to support the growth and differentiation of these cells, allowing scientists to investigate the mechanisms of hair follicle development and the effects of various treatments on hair growth. Key distinguishing characteristics of BSA include its high solubility in water and its ability to bind various substances, making it a versatile tool in biological assays.

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Spectrofluorimetric Study of Finasteride and Bovine Serum Albumin Interaction and Its Application for Quantitative Determination of Finasteride in Tablet Dosage Form

research Spectrofluorimetric study of finasteride and bovine serum albumin interaction and its application for quantitative determination of finasteride in tablet dosage form

15 citations , January 2015 in “Analytical Methods”

Method accurately measures finasteride in tablets using finasteride-BSA interaction.

research Formulation and optimization of folate-bovine serum albumin-coated ethoniosomes of pterostilbene as a targeted drug delivery system for lung cancer: In vitro and in vivo demonstrations

20 citations , May 2023 in “Cancer Nanotechnology”

The new drug delivery system effectively targets lung cancer cells.

research Injectable Polypeptide‐Protein Hydrogels for Promoting Infected Wound Healing

262 citations , May 2020 in “Advanced Functional Materials”

The hydrogel promotes faster healing of infected wounds by enhancing tissue regeneration and preventing infection.

research Fibroblast Growth Factor Influences the Development and Cycling of Murine Hair Follicles

58 citations , April 1993 in “Developmental Biology”

bFGF delays hair growth in mice.

research Membrane androgen receptors may mediate androgen reinforcement

37 citations , February 2010 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology”

Androgen self-administration might be controlled by membrane receptors, not nuclear ones.

research Triggered release of model drug from AuNP-doped BSA nanocarriers in hair follicles using IRA radiation

29 citations , November 2015 in “Acta Biomaterialia”

Infrared light can trigger drug release from gold nanoparticle carriers in hair follicles.

research The Bio-Safety Concerns of Three Domestic Temporary Hair Dye Molecules: Fuchsin Basic, Victoria Blue B and Basic Red 2

17 citations , May 2019 in “Molecules”

These temporary hair dyes may be harmful to human health.

research Proteins as Hair Styling Agents

7 citations , May 2021 in “Applied sciences”

Proteins like BSA and keratin can effectively style hair and protect it, offering eco-friendly alternatives to chemical products.

research Effect of Incubation with Dimethyl Sulfoxide on the Mitotic Cycle of Cell Culture of Rabbit Dermal Papilla

2 citations , January 2019 in “Recent Advances in Biology and Medicine”

A 5% DMSO and 5% BSA mix best preserves rabbit dermal papilla cells during cryopreservation.

research Mechanism of Hair Curling via Laccase-Assisted Tyrosine Grafting Using BSA as a Model Protein

1 citations , March 2023 in “Journal of Natural Fibers”

A gentler, less damaging method for curling hair using tyrosine works well initially but fades after washing.

Dissimilar Effects of Hydrophilic Carbon Dots on Amyloid Aggregation of Two Model Proteins and Mechanism Discussion

research Dissimilar effects of the hydrophilic carbon dots on the amyloid aggregation of two model proteins and the mechanism discussion

April 2024 in “JMR. Journal of molecular recognition/Journal of molecular recognition”

Hydrophilic carbon dots cause one protein to clump more and prevent another from clumping.

research Mechanism of Laccase-assisted Tyrosine Grafting on Keratin using BSA as a Model Protein

October 2021 in “Authorea (Authorea)”

New hair perming method using tyrosine is gentler and can be done with a blow-dryer.

research Synthesis and biological activity of raltitrexed-carrier conjugates.

2 citations , March 2010 in “Acta Biochimica Polonica”

Raltitrexed conjugates are less potent than the free drug but more effective at high concentrations.

research Inhibition of hair growth by subcutaneous injection of a sympathetic neurotoxin, 6-hydroxydopamine in neonatal mice

17 citations , May 1995 in “Anatomy and Embryology”

Injecting 6-OHDA in newborn mice delays hair growth and thins skin.

Keratinocytes and Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells: The Heir and the Spare to Regenerative Cellular Therapies for Difficult-to-Heal Skin Wounds

research Keratinocytes and Adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells : The heir and the spare to regenerative cellular therapies for difficult-to-heal skin wounds

November 2023 in “Linköping University medical dissertations”

Keratinocytes and adipose-derived stem cells can effectively heal difficult skin wounds.

Combination of Media, Biomaterials, and Extracellular Matrix Proteins to Enhance the Differentiation of Neural Stem/Precursor Cells into Neurons

research Combination of media, biomaterials and extracellular matrix proteins to enhance the differentiation of neural stem/precursor cells into neurons

25 citations , April 2012 in “Acta Biomaterialia”

Using certain small proteins with a growth factor and specific materials can increase the creation of neurons from stem cells.

research Therapeutic Effect of a Xeno-Free Three-Dimensional Stem Cell Mass in a Hind Limb Ischemia Model

2 citations , September 2018 in “Tissue Engineering Part A”

Xeno-free three-dimensional stem cell masses are safe and effective for improving blood flow and tissue repair in limb ischemia.

research THE EFFECT OF HAIR TONIC FROM SECRETOME MESENCHYMAL STEM CELL ON HAIR GROWTH IN HAIR LOSS CASES

January 2026 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics”

A 10% MSC secretome hair tonic best promotes hair growth in alopecia.

research Development of a Predictive Model for Iron Levels in Bovine Muscle Tissue Using Hair as a Predictor

March 2024 in “Animals”

Hair can accurately predict iron levels in cattle muscle, helping diagnose mineral imbalances.

research Directing Rat Hair Follicle Stem Cells Toward Neuronal Lineage With Enhanced Trophic Factor Expression

September 2024 in “Advanced Biomedical Research”

Chick embryo extract helps rat hair follicle stem cells become more like neurons.

Rapid Generation of Homogenous Tumor Spheroid Microtissues in a Scaffold-Free Platform for High-Throughput Screening of a Novel Combination Nanomedicine

research Rapid generation of homogenous tumor spheroid microtissues in a scaffold-free platform for high-throughput screening of a novel combination nanomedicine

18 citations , February 2023 in “PLoS ONE”

A new triple drug system using nanoparticles effectively targets breast tumors in 3D models.

A Model System for Long-Term Serum-Free Suspension Organ Culture of Human Fetal Tissues: Experiments on Digits and Skin from Multiple Body Regions

research A model system for long-term serum-free suspension organ culture of human fetal tissues: experiments on digits and skin from multiple body regions

17 citations , January 1997 in “Cell and Tissue Research”

Scientists developed a method to grow human fetal skin and digits in a lab for 3-4 weeks, which could help study skin features and understand genetic interactions in tissue formation.

research Radioimmunoassay of Minoxidil in Human Serum

21 citations , September 1977 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences”

Minoxidil levels measured in human blood.

research Bioavailability of Albumin-Bound Testosterone†

255 citations , October 1985 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism”

Spironolactone treatment increases the amount of testosterone available in the body.

Normal Fur Development and Sebum Production Depend on Fatty Acid 2-Hydroxylase Expression in Sebaceous Glands

research Normal Fur Development and Sebum Production Depends on Fatty Acid 2-Hydroxylase Expression in Sebaceous Glands

40 citations , June 2011 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry”

FA2H is essential for normal fur and sebum production in mice.

Changes in Hydrophobic Proteins in Response to Biotin Administration in Serum of Infant Patients with Alopecia as Assessed by the Protein Micro-Sequencing Method

research Changes in the Hydrophobic Proteins in Response to Biotin Administration in Serum of Infant Patients with Alopecia as Assessed by the Protein Micro-Sequencing Method

4 citations , January 2015 in “Journal of microbial & biochemical technology”

Biotin helps regulate proteins in the blood, which may explain its role in hair growth.

research Hair growth promoting effect of bioactive extract from deer antler velvet-loaded niosomes and microspicules serum

14 citations , February 2021 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics”

Deer antler velvet serum helps hair grow and is safe for skin.

research Isolating subpopulations of human epidermal basal cells based on polyclonal serum against trypsin-resistant CSPG4 epitopes

2 citations , December 2016 in “Experimental cell research”

The research found a way to identify and study skin cells with stem cell traits, revealing they behave differently in culture and questioning current stemness assessment methods.

Tea Tree Oil Concentration in Follicular Casts After Topical Delivery: Determination by High-Performance Thin Layer Chromatography Using a Perfused Bovine Udder Model

research Tea Tree Oil Concentration in Follicular Casts After Topical Delivery: Determination by High-Performance Thin Layer Chromatography Using a Perfused Bovine Udder Model

32 citations , November 2004 in “Journal of pharmaceutical sciences”

Different tea tree oil mixtures absorb into hair follicles at varying levels, with microemulsion being the most effective.

research Besnoitiosis in donkeys: an emerging parasitic disease of equids in Italy

4 citations , March 2021 in “Parasitology Research”

Besnoitiosis, a parasitic disease, has been found in donkeys in Italy and may be more common in Europe than previously thought.