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December 2021 in “Frontiers in Microbiology” Cepharanthine effectively reduces Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 by blocking certain cell pathways and promoting cell death.
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January 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” S100A6 protein is linked to disease progression, especially in cancers.
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October 2024 in “Cells” Autophagy is essential for proper skin cell development and function.
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January 2013 Glucosylceramides are essential for healthy skin and proper wound healing.
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