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October 2011 in “Development” Activating a protein called β-catenin in adult skin can make it behave like young skin, potentially helping with skin aging and hair loss.
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January 2016 in “Current topics in developmental biology/Current Topics in Developmental Biology” Frizzled receptors are essential for various body development processes and maintaining certain body functions.
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April 2020 in “Journal of Molecular Cell Biology” Organoid technology helps create mini-organs for studying diseases and testing drugs.
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August 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In vitro skin models are improving but still need more innovation to fully replicate human skin.
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February 2024 in “Biomaterials” Stem cell-derived organoids can improve skin healing.
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September 2023 in “Science Advances” Mettl3 is essential for normal tissue development and self-renewal by regulating gene expression.
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July 2022 in “Nature Cell Biology” Targeting THY1 can improve skin repair and healing.
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March 2021 in “Materials Today Bio” Scaffold-based strategies show promise for regenerating hair follicles and teeth but need more research for clinical use.
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June 2020 in “iScience” Sox21 is crucial for tooth development and enamel formation by preventing cells from changing into a different type.
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July 2016 in “Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences” Genetic changes in mice help understand skin and hair disorders, aiding treatment development for acne and hair loss.
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November 2021 in “Frontiers in cell and developmental biology” Skin organoids from stem cells could better mimic real skin but face challenges.
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October 2024 in “Molecular Pharmaceutics” Microneedles improve delivery of plant-based compounds through the skin, aiding treatments for hair loss, cancer, and wounds.
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November 2019 in “Materials” Diamond nanoparticles can penetrate skin and reach hair follicles, useful for imaging applications.
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March 2022 in “Development” Mechanical forces are crucial in shaping our sensory organs during development.