96 citations
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March 2007 in “Developmental biology” The study found that the protein Dkk4 helps regulate hair growth by controlling Wnt signaling in mice.
171 citations
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July 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A substance called DKK-1 increases in balding areas and causes hair cells to die when exposed to DHT.
31 citations
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October 2010 in “BMB Reports” L-threonate may help prevent balding by blocking a key protein.
13 citations
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November 2010 in “Experimental Dermatology” Vitamin C derivative reduces hair loss-related protein in cells.
10 citations
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July 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Higher DKK-1 levels found in hair loss patients; L-ascorbic acid 2-phosphate, L-threonate, and ginsenoside F2 may help promote hair growth.
9 citations
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January 2019 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology” DKK-1 gene linked to hair loss in AGA and AA patients; more research needed for potential therapy.
6 citations
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January 2024 in “Annals of Dermatology” Dickkopf-related Protein 2 can help hair grow by activating a specific cell pathway.
4 citations
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July 2020 in “Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications” A protein called ectodysplasin-A2 increases a hair growth inhibitor in balding cells, which could be a target for hair loss treatment.
4 citations
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January 2017 in “Annals of Dermatology” Tianeptine may help prevent hair loss by promoting hair growth and reducing cell death.
2 citations
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October 2010 in “BMB Reports” L-threonate may help prevent balding by blocking a key hair loss factor.
20 citations
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September 2021 in “Nature communications” Cat color patterns are determined early in development by gene expression and epidermal changes, with the Dickkopf 4 gene playing a crucial role.
6 citations
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November 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Gene expression, especially Dkk4, is key to cat color patterns.
60 citations
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July 2011 in “Stem Cells and Development” Certain signals and genes play a key role in hair growth and regeneration, and understanding these could lead to new treatments for skin regeneration.
293 citations
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September 2004 in “Development” WNT signaling is crucial for starting mammary gland development.
113 citations
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June 2015 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Wnt and Notch signaling help wound healing by promoting cell growth and regulating cell differentiation.
72 citations
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April 2008 in “Organogenesis” Wnt signaling is crucial for skin and hair development and its disruption can cause skin tumors.
47 citations
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October 2016 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” Androgens prevent hair growth by changing Wnt signals in cells.
15 citations
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August 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Medicine” Panax ginseng extract may help prevent hair loss caused by DKK-1.
14 citations
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November 2012 in “SLAS discovery” Some herbal extracts can promote hair growth and prevent hair loss.
9 citations
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November 2021 in “Current Opinion in Genetics & Development” Wounds can cause new hair growth in adult mice, influenced by Wnt signaling.
4 citations
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February 2022 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Watercress extract helps increase hair growth and thickness by blocking hair loss factors.
2 citations
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February 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Negative Pressure Wound Therapy speeds up wound healing by reducing inflammation and promoting skin cell growth.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “Annals of Dermatology” Melandrium firmum extract helps mice grow hair by blocking a hair loss enzyme and changing hair growth genes.
March 2026 in “World Rabbit Science” DKK4 can be used to improve wool quality in Zhexi Angora rabbits.
October 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Rosa rugosa extract promotes hair growth and could be a natural treatment for hair loss.
August 2024 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Antibody treatments show promise for hair loss but need more research.
May 2024 in “Archives of dermatological research” Enz_MoriL from mulberry leaves helps hair growth by affecting specific cell pathways.
April 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Dermal factors are crucial in regulating melanin production in skin.
February 2024 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Curved hair can develop when hair cells merge abnormally during growth.
January 2024 in “Archives of Biological Sciences (Beograd)” AP collagen peptides may help hair grow better and become stronger.