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January 2008 in “Photochemistry and Photobiology” Visible light can damage skin and most sunscreens don't block it well; more research is needed on its effects and protection methods.
162 citations
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July 2011 in “Biomacromolecules” Chitosan nanofiber scaffolds improve skin healing and are promising for wound treatment.
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July 2019 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Epidermal stem cells help heal severe skin wounds and have potential for medical treatments.
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July 2017 in “eLife” Type XVII collagen helps control skin cell growth and could be a target for anti-aging treatments.
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August 2015 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” Vitamin D and calcium are essential for effective wound healing and hair growth.
84 citations
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January 2008 in “Cold Spring Harbor Symposia on Quantitative Biology” Skin stem cells help maintain skin health, grow hair, and heal wounds.
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January 2006 in “International review of cytology” Vertebrate skin evolved to be more specialized and complex, especially in land animals.
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November 2002 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Estrogen receptor α controls hair growth cycles and skin thickness in male mice.
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December 2014 in “Nature Communications” Fibroblasts can be turned into melanocytes for potential skin treatments.
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July 1993 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair growth is influenced by interactions between skin layers, growth factors, and hormones, but the exact mechanisms are not fully understood.
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January 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Different methods of preparing Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) can affect wound healing and hair regrowth in plastic surgery. Using a kit with specific standards helps isolate PRP that meets quality criteria. Non-Activated PRP and Activated PRP have varying effects depending on the tissue and condition treated. For hair regrowth, Non-Activated PRP increased hair density more than Activated PRP. Both treatments improved various aspects of scalp health.
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May 2016 in “Matrix Biology” Laminin α5 is essential for skin communication and health.
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February 2012 in “Cell Cycle” MicroRNAs are crucial for controlling skin development and healing by regulating genes.
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November 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” MMP-19 may worsen skin diseases by affecting skin growth and inflammation.
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March 2011 in “Nature Communications” Cells from a skin condition can create new hair follicles and similar growths in mice, and a specific treatment can reduce these effects.
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January 2005 in “Advances in Biochemical Engineering / Biotechnology” Fetal wounds heal without scarring because of different biological factors, which could help improve adult wound healing.
28 citations
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March 2010 in “Histochemistry and cell biology” Skin cells can help create early hair-like structures in lab cultures.
22 citations
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January 1968 in “THE JOURNAL OF VITAMINOLOGY” α-Tocopheryl acetate is well absorbed through healthy skin.
19 citations
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May 2016 in “Matrix Biology” Deleting a specific protein in skin cells disrupts normal hair growth and development.
16 citations
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September 2018 in “Scientific reports” Scientists created keratinocyte cell lines from human hair that can differentiate similarly to normal skin cells, offering a new way to study skin biology and diseases.
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January 2012 in “Journal of Veterinary Science” Different dog breeds have varying skin thickness and protein expression in their skin.
13 citations
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January 2022 in “Stem cell reviews and reports” Mouse stem cells from hair follicles can improve wound healing and reduce scarring.
13 citations
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January 2018 in “Cellular Physiology and Biochemistry” Fat-derived stem cells can help protect and repair skin stem cells from aging caused by UV light.
13 citations
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March 2013 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” AcSDKP may help prevent skin and hair aging and promote their growth.
12 citations
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May 2021 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Laminin 332 is essential for normal skin cell behavior and structure.
11 citations
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July 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Tight junctions help control skin shedding and may be targets for treating certain skin conditions.
11 citations
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” New cell-based therapies may improve hair loss treatments in the future.
10 citations
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May 2012 in “Cell Adhesion & Migration” ILK and ELMO2 help cells move and stick together, important for wound healing and hair growth.
10 citations
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January 2001 in “PubMed” Laminin, type IV collagen, and fibronectin help develop skin and hair structures in embryos.
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November 2018 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Orobanche rapum extract rejuvenates skin and protects skin bacteria, leading to healthier skin.