research Hair follicles as a target structure for nanoparticles
Nanoparticles around 600-700 nm can effectively enter and stay in hair follicles for days, which may help in delivering drugs to specific cells.
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research Human epithelial stem cell survival within their niche requires “tonic” cannabinoid receptor 1‐signalling—Lessons from the hair follicle
Cannabinoid receptor-1 signaling is essential for the survival and growth of human hair follicle stem cells.
research Interleukin-15 is a hair follicle immune privilege guardian
Interleukin-15 can help hair growth and protect hair follicles.
research Fully functional hair follicle organ regeneration using organ-inductive potential stem cells with an accessory mesenchymal cell population in an in vitro culture system
Scientists successfully regenerated functional hair follicles using specific stem cells and mesenchymal cells.
research Dandruff lesional scalp skin exhibits epidermal T cell infiltration and a weakened hair follicle immune privilege
Dandruff is linked to increased T cells and weakened immune protection in hair follicles.
research Non-apoptotic role for caspase-7 in hair follicles and the surrounding tissue
Caspase-7 has functions in skin and hair that are not related to cell death.
research Percutaneous Drug Delivery to the Hair Follicle
Hair follicles could be used for targeted drug delivery, with liposomal systems showing promise for this method.
research 879 Molecular network of Smads and Id2 genes in hair follicle stem cells regulation
The BMP/Smads pathway and Id2 gene control hair follicle stem cells, affecting their rest and growth phases.
research Advances in polymeric nano-delivery systems targeting hair follicles for the treatment of acne
Polymer-based nanocarriers can improve acne treatment by delivering drugs through hair follicles more effectively.
research Hair follicle organoids: advances in construction, applications, and translational challenges
Hair follicle organoids can help study hair biology and disorders but need improvements for wider use.
research An immune regulatory CCT repeat containing oligodeoxynucleotide capable of causing hair loss in male mice
A specific DNA sequence caused hair loss in male mice by activating immune cells and increasing a certain immune signal.
research Scalable and high-throughput production of an injectable platelet-rich plasma (PRP)/cell-laden microcarrier/hydrogel composite system for hair follicle tissue engineering
The developed system could effectively treat hair loss and promote hair growth.
research Characterization of Hair Follicle Antigens Targeted by the Anti-Hair Follicle Immune Response
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder causing hair loss, linked to specific hair follicle antigens and genetic factors.
research Innovative Liposomes as a Transfollicular Drug Delivery System: Penetration into Porcine Hair Follicles
Liposomes with certain properties can effectively deliver drugs deep into hair follicles.
research Genome-Wide Association Study of Alopecia Areata in Taiwan: The Conflict Between Individuals and Hair Follicles
Certain genetic variants linked to immune response increase the risk of alopecia areata in Taiwanese people.
research Studies of the modulation of MHC antigen and cell adhesion molecule expression on human dermal papilla cells
Different substances affect hair and skin cell growth in various ways, with some promoting and others inhibiting cell proliferation.
research Hair Graying as an Evolutionary Checkpoint against Malignancy: a Stem Cell Perspective
Hair graying may help prevent cancer by protecting stem cells.
research Staphylococcus aureus Enters Hair Follicles Using Triacylglycerol Lipases Preserved through the Genus Staphylococcus
Lipases, especially gehB, are crucial for Staphylococcus aureus to enter and colonize hair follicles.
research ‘Neurotrophology’ of the hair follicle: neurotrophins act as auto‐ and paracrine growth factors and immunomodulators
Neurotrophins are important for hair growth and response to stress.
research Hair growth control by innate immunocytes: Perifollicular macrophages revisited
Immune cells around hair follicles help control hair growth and could be targets for treating hair disorders.
research Hair transplantation in mice: Challenges and solutions
Researchers successfully transplanted hair follicles in mice, which survived well and helped in wound healing.
research Multi-layered environmental regulation on the homeostasis of stem cells: The saga of hair growth and alopecia
Environmental factors at different levels control hair stem cell activity, which could lead to new hair growth and alopecia treatments.
research Control by a hair’s breadth: the role of microRNAs in the skin
MicroRNAs play a crucial role in skin and hair health, affecting everything from growth to aging, and could potentially be used in treating skin diseases.
research Hair loss and its management in children
The document concludes that early diagnosis and a comprehensive treatment plan are crucial for managing hair loss in children, with a focus on both medical and psychological support.
research Immune privilege and alopecia areata
Restoring immune privilege in hair follicles could help treat certain types of hair loss.
research Hair follicle-targeting drug delivery strategies for the management of hair follicle-associated disorders
New hair follicle-targeting treatments show promise for hair disorders but need more research on safety and effectiveness.
research Amine‐Functionalized Chitosan/dECM Composite Promotes Cutaneous Regeneration and Hair Follicle Activation by Regulating Oxidative Stress and Inflammation
The composite helps hair growth and scalp healing by reducing stress and inflammation.
research British Hair and Nail Society
Hair regrowth was seen in 83% of children with alopecia, immune system plays a role in the condition, and various treatments showed effectiveness for hair and nail disorders.
research The Human Hair Follicle: A Reservoir of CD40+ B7-Deficient Langerhans Cells that Repopulate Epidermis After UVB Exposure
Hair follicles help skin immune recovery after UVB exposure.
research Advances in Understanding Hair Growth
Understanding glycans and enzymes that alter them is key to controlling hair growth.