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June 2008 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The conclusion is that certain scalp tissue changes are characteristic of lichen planopilaris, with mucinous perifollicular fibroplasia being a new feature for diagnosis.
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October 2017 in “Advances in tissue engineering & regenerative medicine” Researchers created a potential skin substitute using a biodegradable mat that supports skin cell growth and layer formation.
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November 2006 in “Science” A genetic mutation in the LIPH gene causes hair loss and growth defects.
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April 2018 in “ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering” Nanoemulsion is a promising method for delivering luteolin to promote hair growth without minoxidil's side effects.
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November 2021 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Wnt/β-catenin signaling is important for keeping skin cell attachment structures stable.
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June 2023 in “Preprints.org” Hydrogel-forming microneedles are a safe and effective method for delivering drugs through the skin.
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October 2016 in “Genes & Development” Cells in hair follicles help create fat cells in the skin by releasing a protein called Sonic Hedgehog.
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May 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Miliacin with polar lipids helps hair growth and improves hair loss in women.
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December 1986 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 31 citations
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September 2011 in “European journal of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics” PLA particles release their contents differently based on the type of fluorochrome used.
January 2011 in “Hebei yixue” The 0.1% finasteride nanoparticles are efficient, uniform, and stable.
September 2020 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Lymphatic vessels and hair follicles interact and may influence hair growth.
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June 2000 in “Experimental dermatology” The Lanceolate hair-J mutation in mice mimics human hair disorders like Netherton's syndrome.
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June 2012 in “Journal of experimental zoology. Part B, Molecular and developmental evolution” Hair in mammals likely evolved from glandular structures, not scales.
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August 2012 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Liposomal IGF-1 safely and effectively treats hair loss in hamsters.
December 2025 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” The Spherical Skin Model improves drug and cosmetic testing by accurately mimicking human skin for efficient compound screening.
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November 2017 in “International journal of nanomedicine” DA liposomes with chloramphenicol effectively target hair follicles and combat MRSA with minimal skin toxicity.
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November 2019 in “Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology” Loliolide can boost hair growth by activating specific cell pathways.
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January 2020 in “Engineered science” 7 citations
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January 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Skin cells control immune cell placement, helping the skin respond better to challenges.
March 2024 in “Bioimpacts” 400 nm particles penetrate hair follicles best, but mouse models aren't fully reliable for human studies.
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September 2004 in “Experimental Dermatology” Desmosomal adhesion is essential for healthy skin structure and function.
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April 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Certain genetic changes in the LSS gene cause a rare skin and hair condition.
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July 2015 in “Journal of Molecular Structure” Finasteride crystals are held together by hydrogen bonds and weak interactions, forming synthon pseudopolymorphs.
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May 2021 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Delivery” Coenzyme Q10 vesicular formulations can potentially treat androgenic alopecia by promoting hair growth and thickness.
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December 2020 The interdigital gland in crossbred sheep is similar to skin and has specialized structures for secretion.
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January 2013 in “BMC Dermatology” TGFβ signaling prevents sebaceous gland cells from producing fats.