research 5α-Reductase activity in the human hair follicle concentrates in the dermal papilla
The enzyme that changes testosterone to a stronger form is mostly found in the part of the hair follicle called the dermal papilla.
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research Targeting receptor–regulator interactions
New treatments for cancer and skin disorders show promise in disrupting harmful cell interactions and promoting hair growth.
research Discovery of a transdermally deliverable pentapeptide for activating AdipoR1 to promote hair growth
A new small peptide may help hair growth by activating a specific receptor and should be tested in humans.
research Disruption of androgen metabolism, regulation and effects : involvement of steroidogenic enzymes
Anabolic steroids and inflammation can disrupt androgen metabolism, potentially causing health issues.
research [Hypothyroidism and hyperprolactinemia as a possible cause of androgenetic alopecia in the female].
Hypothyroidism and hyperprolactinemia may cause hair loss in women.
research Impact of Combined Baricitinib and FTI Treatment on Adipogenesis in Hutchinson–Gilford Progeria Syndrome and Other Lipodystrophic Laminopathies
Baricitinib and its combination with lonafarnib improve fat cell formation in certain genetic disorders.
research Expression Level of Prostaglandin D2 Receptor 2 Regulates Hair Regression
Higher levels of the DP2 receptor may lead to hair loss.
research Trichohyalin Mechanically Strengthens the Hair Follicle
Trichohyalin makes hair follicles stronger.
research The HEDGEHOG-GLI1 pathway is important for fibroproliferative properties in keloids and as a candidate therapeutic target
Targeting the HEDGEHOG-GLI1 pathway could help treat keloids.
research HSP90 Inhibition and Cellular Stress Elicits Phenotypic Plasticity in Hematopoietic Differentiation
Inhibiting HSP90 increases cell adaptability and survival under stress.
research The accelerated aging skin in rhino‐like SHJHhr mice
The SHJH hr mice with a mutated Hr gene show signs of faster skin aging due to poor antioxidative protection.
research A frameshift mutation in HTRA1 expands CARASIL syndrome and peripheral small arterial disease to the Chinese population
A new genetic mutation linked to CARASIL syndrome and small artery disease was found in a Chinese family.
research The effect of Lactobacillus plantarum hydrolysates promoting VEGF production on vascular growth and hair growth of C57BL/6 mice
Lactobacillus plantarum hydrolysates may help increase hair growth by boosting VEGF production.
research PPAR‐γ signalling as a key mediator of human hair follicle physiology and pathology
PPAR-γ is important for healthy hair and its problems, and more research on PPAR-γ treatments is needed.
research Isolation and Structural Characterization of Degradation Products of Finasteride by Preparative HPLC, HRMS and 2D NMR
Finasteride forms three new products under acidic stress.
research Hair Follicle Chemosensation: TRPM5 Signaling Is Required for Anagen Maintenance
TRPM5 is crucial for maintaining hair growth.
research Informàtica i Dret penal: Els delictes relatius a la informàtica
Two new gene mutations cause a rare hair disorder.
research In brief
Pilomatricomas don't follow the usual hair follicle cell differentiation process.
research Phenolsulphotransferase: localization in kidney during human embryonic and fetal development
The enzyme PST is found in developing human kidneys and helps with detoxification and development.
research Homozygous Dominant Missense Mutation in Keratin 17 Leads to Alopecia in Addition to Severe Pachyonychia Congenita
A specific gene mutation causes severe skin and nail issues and hair loss.
research Platelet-rich plasma promotes cell viability of human hair dermal papilla cells (HHDPCs) in vitro.
Platelet-rich plasma helps human hair cells grow and survive better.
research Structural Requirements of Minoxidil Analogs for Enhancing Lysyl Hydroxylase Inhibitory Activity
Minoxidil analogs can be improved for hair growth inhibition by modifying specific parts of their structure.
research Synthesis of finasteride
The process to make finasteride is simple, cheap, and gives a good amount.
research Mrp3, a Mitogen-Regulated Protein/Proliferin Gene Expressed in Wound Healing and in Hair Follicles
Mrp3 may aid in wound healing and hair growth.
research A new compound heterozygous frameshift mutation in the type II 3 beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase (3 beta-HSD) gene causes salt-wasting 3 beta-HSD deficiency congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
A genetic mutation in a specific gene causes a salt-wasting condition in a Pakistani girl and her family.
research MitoQ upregulates CYP19A1 to protect dermal papilla cells from DHT-induced mitochondrial dysfunction and apoptosis in androgenetic alopecia
MitoQ helps protect hair cells from damage in hair loss by boosting a protective enzyme.
research Abstract 94: Hyaluronan Synthase 2 Knock Down in Epidermis Alter Wound Healing and Hair Follicle Development
Hyaluronan from Has2 is important for proper wound healing and hair follicle development.
research The neurosteroid metabolite of progesterone, 3α‐OH‐dihydroprogesterone (3α‐OH‐DHP), is required for attenuated baroreflex mediated sympathoexcitation in pregnancy
3α‐OH‐DHP is essential for reducing nerve activity related to blood pressure control during pregnancy.
research FC056 The ideal catagen of the hair
Blocking IL-1 could help treat some hair loss conditions; alopecia affects liver detox systems; spironolactone is better than finasteride for female hair growth; focusing on the catagen hair phase could lead to new alopecia treatments.
research Alkylation of human hair keratin for tunable hydrogel erosion and drug delivery in tissue engineering applications
Alkylation of human hair keratin allows for adjustable drug release rates in hydrogels for medical use.