July 2025 in “Archives of Toxicology” The new skin model can predict how chemicals might cause skin allergies.
11 citations
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April 2020 in “Life sciences” Pantothenic acid helps mink hair follicles grow by affecting certain cell signals.
18 citations
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April 2011 in “International Journal of Molecular Medicine” Dihydrotestosterone causes p27 protein breakdown in ovarian and breast cancer cells by binding with SKP2.
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March 2025 in “Frontiers in Physiology”
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January 2013 in “MedChemComm” PF-05314882 selectively activates androgen receptors without much effect on prostate and may help in prostate cancer treatment and hair loss prevention.
72 citations
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January 2003 in “American Journal of Pathology” A protein called CBP is found in prostate cancer and can increase the effectiveness of certain prostate cancer treatments.
17 citations
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May 1998 in “Steroids” Researchers developed a model to predict how well certain compounds can block an enzyme related to hair loss and prostate issues, suggesting a 50 mg dose of finasteride might be effective based on lab and body data.
15 citations
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January 1995 in “Archives of dermatological research” OCT binds strongly to hair sheath cells and may affect skin and hair growth with fewer side effects than vitamin D3.
6 citations
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April 2022 in “Frontiers in cell and developmental biology” The research identified key proteins and genes that may influence wool bending in goats.
4 citations
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June 2024 in “Journal of pharmacopuncture” Polygonum multiflorum shows promise for treating Alzheimer's and cognitive impairments.
December 2025 in “Universal library of medical and health sciences.”
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July 2020 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Vitexin Compound 1 may help reduce skin aging caused by UVA light.
January 2026 in “Food and Feed Research” Bananas have many health benefits, including treating diarrhea, diabetes, and colds.
100 citations
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March 2006 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” Cystatin M/E strongly inhibits cathepsin V and cathepsin L, important for skin formation.
19 citations
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January 2009 in “International review of cell and molecular biology” Hair's strength and flexibility come from its protein structure and molecular interactions.
February 2024 in “Pharmaceutical research” Hair follicles affect how well small molecules can pass through the skin, and this varies depending on the molecule's features.
40 citations
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April 1999 in “Journal of Histochemistry & Cytochemistry” S100A3 protein is mainly found in specific parts of human hair cells.
3 citations
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November 2017 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Solute binding to hair keratin is mainly driven by hydrophobic interactions and changes with pH.
Inhibiting AP-1 changes skin tumor types and affects tumor cell identity.
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September 2005 in “Endocrinology” Certain changes to the B-ring of androgen receptor ligands can increase their effectiveness for potential treatments of muscle and bone conditions.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus Makino may help treat inflammation due to its antioxidative and anti-inflammatory properties.
May 2024 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Disulfide bonds are crucial for hair's strength, especially when wet.
106 citations
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April 2010 in “ACS Nano” C60 fullerenes can alter protein function and may help develop new disease inhibitors.
84 citations
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April 2005 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Treatments for melanin disorders exist, but more effective options needed.
31 citations
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December 2002 in “Biochimica et biophysica acta. G, General subjects/Biochimica et biophysica acta. General subjects (Online)” The research found two types of calcium in human hair, one that varies among individuals and another that is consistent across people.
15 citations
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March 1997 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Selenium sulfide in anti-dandruff shampoos can turn hair green.
13 citations
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July 2018 in “General and comparative endocrinology” Thyroid hormones and androgens affect gene expression in frog reproductive organs differently between males and females.
8 citations
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June 1995 in “Helvetica Chimica Acta” Compound 15a was effective in inhibiting 5α-reductase.
8 citations
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July 2012 in “Annals of biomedical engineering” Hair absorbs molecules differently based on their size, charge, and love for water, and less at higher pH; this can help make better hair products.