September 2024 in “MedComm” Extracellular matrix stiffness affects how aggressively cancer cells invade.
February 2024 in “Frontiers in physiology” Hair follicle stem cells help skin heal and grow during stretching.
February 2023 in “European biophysics journal” January 2019 in “Durham e-Theses (Durham University)” Less stiff collagen promotes higher cell growth in hair follicles.
June 2017 in “University of the Arts London Research Online (University of the Arts London)” Polymers help reduce damage and improve bleached hair when used during or after bleaching.
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July 2010 in “Skin Research and Technology” Aging makes hair thinner and rougher, with less clear edges.
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May 2021 in “EMBO journal” Cell polarity signaling controls tissue mechanics and cell fate, with complex interactions and varying pathways across species.
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March 2019 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” The model predicts hair breakage based on key hair properties and helps product developers.
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July 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Curly hair is mechanically different from straight hair and may need new testing methods.
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November 2020 in “PubMed” Stiffer hydrogels better promote stem cells turning into hair follicle cells.
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November 2022 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” Low-molecular weight hyaluronate can make damaged hair stronger.
May 2025 in “Science Advances” PIEZO1 helps keep hair follicle stem cells inactive, affecting hair growth.
October 2024 in “Applied Sciences” Cell growth improved the strength of 3D bioprinted structures.
12 citations
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October 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Understanding how skin cells react to pressure can help diagnose and manage pressure-related skin disorders.
February 2019 in “PubMed” The research found that twisting hair fibers can show changes in stiffness and damage, and help tell apart different hair treatments.
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September 2020 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Different sizes of keratin peptides can strengthen hair, with smaller ones possibly increasing volume and larger ones repairing damage.
7 citations
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October 2019 in “Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology” Fusion proteins can protect hair from heat damage.
November 2023 in “Advanced Science” A specific hair protein variant increases the spread of breast cancer and is linked to worse survival rates.
September 2018 in “Digital Access to Scholarship at Harvard (DASH) (Harvard University)” FN nanofiber dressings improve wound healing and restore natural skin structure.
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January 2011 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology” Using a hair dryer at 15 cm with continuous motion causes less damage than natural drying.
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November 2023 in “Nature” The extracellular matrix affects where tumors can start in the body.
October 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Hair properties vary by ethnicity and environment, affecting surface charge and particle deposition.
September 2025 in “PubMed” Mechanical stimulation and new therapies show promise for hair regrowth.
Peptide hydrogels show promise for healing skin, bone, and nerves but need improvement in stability and compatibility.
113 citations
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June 2019 in “F1000Research” Scarless healing is complex and influenced by genetics and environment, while better understanding could improve scar treatment.
28 citations
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November 2020 in “Polymers” Crosslinked gelatin sponges show promise as skin substitutes for wound treatment.
February 2025 in “Science Advances” Wnt signaling helps regenerate hair follicles by affecting how skin cells sense and respond to mechanical forces.
October 2024 in “Cosmetics” Afro-textured hair needs personalized care due to its unique genetic traits.
January 2024 in “Biology of sex differences” Dihydrotestosterone makes arteries stiffer in female mice by reducing estrogen receptor expression.
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June 2017 in “Rejuvenation Research” Minoxidil treatment increases aorta elasticity and reduces stiffness in aged mice, potentially helping with age-related heart issues.