34 citations
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February 2015 in “Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience” Zebrafish helped find new ways to prevent drug-induced hair cell death and potential treatments for hearing loss.
34 citations
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January 1989 in “Toxicologic Pathology” A study found that minoxidil can damage the hearts of dogs and pigs, cautioning its use in humans.
31 citations
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December 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Korean women's hair thins, weakens, and greys with age, with mineral and sterol changes.
31 citations
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October 1992 in “Journal of Clinical Pharmacy and Therapeutics” Some medications can change hair color, especially chloroquine and cancer treatments.
31 citations
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February 1972 in “Experientia” The diphosphonate was the most effective at preventing calcification in rats.
30 citations
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October 2009 in “Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine” A Pomeranian dog had rickets due to a new gene mutation, leading to severe symptoms and euthanasia.
29 citations
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January 2003 in “KARGER eBooks” HVDRR is caused by VDR gene mutations, leading to vitamin D resistance, treatable with high calcium doses, but alopecia remains permanent.
28 citations
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May 2020 in “BMC plant biology” The study concluded that three enzymes are important for plant development by affecting sugar composition and calcium binding in plants.
28 citations
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December 2016 in “Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part A” Bone-forming cells grow well in 3D polymer scaffolds with 35 µm pores.
27 citations
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September 2013 in “The FASEB Journal” Losing Memo protein shortens lifespan and affects health.
27 citations
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June 2013 in “Genes & development” Cav1.2 affects hair growth and could be a target for hair loss treatments.
27 citations
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July 1990 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A pulsed electrical field safely and effectively increased hair growth.
27 citations
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October 1945 in “Endocrinology” Synthetic hormone treatment reduces melanin and hair growth in rats.
26 citations
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August 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Activating TRPV3 reduces skin oil production and increases inflammation, potentially causing dry skin issues.
25 citations
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May 2006 in “Annals of Botany” Root hair growth in wheat needs a specific G-actin gradient and high Ca2+ concentration at the tips.
25 citations
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December 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” TRPV4 slows hair growth by affecting hair follicle cells.
22 citations
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February 2004 in “Journal of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition” Children with severe ichthyosis and growth failure rarely have nutritional deficiencies or gastrointestinal issues, but may experience chronic dehydration.
22 citations
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March 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil prolongs cell life, slows aging, and may produce longer hairs.
21 citations
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January 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” S100A6 protein is linked to disease progression, especially in cancers.
21 citations
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January 1997 in “Nephron” Silicon may affect calcium metabolism in dialysis patients, causing symptoms like skin eruptions and abnormal hair growth.
20 citations
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December 1995 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Yorkshire Terriers with Colour Dilution Alopecia have reduced melanin and hair structure issues.
20 citations
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November 2008 Vitamin D is important for regulating calcium, phosphate, and hair health.
19 citations
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Trichology” Indian dermatologists recommend treating common hair loss with a balanced diet, stress reduction, mild shampoos, and sometimes minoxidil and supplements.
18 citations
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February 2015 in “Acta Crystallographica Section D: Structural Biology” The study concludes that certain domains in Clostridium histolyticum enzymes are structurally unique, bind calcium to become more stable, and play distinct roles in breaking down collagen, with potential applications in medicine and drug delivery.
18 citations
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March 2014 in “Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy” New gel formulas without ethanol and propylene glycol, containing a minoxidil-methyl-β-cyclodextrin complex, have been created for treating hair loss.
18 citations
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November 2009 in “Calcified tissue international” A genetic mutation caused severe rickets and alopecia in an Indian patient, but high-dose calcium and phosphate treatment improved their condition.
17 citations
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” Low levels of iron, copper, and calcium may contribute to premature hair graying.
17 citations
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Higher metal levels in hair are linked to poorer perceived hair health.
16 citations
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January 2018 in “International journal of trichology” Genetics and nutritional deficiencies are key factors in premature graying of hair.
16 citations
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July 1994 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Minoxidil sulfate and pinacidil may promote hair growth through increased blood flow, not by activating potassium channels.