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M-CSF-stimulated myeloid cells can turn into skin cells and help heal wounds and regrow hair.
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June 2021 in “Dermatology” Scientists created a 3D skin model to study a chronic skin disease and test treatments.
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May 2023 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Understanding cellular interactions in VCA may lead to better treatments and reduce rejection.
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March 2021 in “Journal of Bioscience and Bioengineering” Adding human fat-derived stem cells to hair follicle grafts greatly increases hair growth.
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MSC-CM improved aged skin in mice.
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August 2019 Anti-Desmocollin 3 antibodies can cause atypical pemphigus symptoms.
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