8 citations
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February 2022 in “Scientific Reports” Medicinal herbs might treat hair loss by affecting genes and pathways related to lipid and glycerophospholipid metabolism.
64 citations
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August 2014 in “The journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/The journal of allergy and clinical immunology” A deficiency in the TTC7A gene causes immune problems, gut issues, and hair loss.
53 citations
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July 2009 in “Cancer Research” Blocking certain proteins can reduce skin inflammation caused by cancer treatment.
29 citations
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October 2017 in “Journal of proteomics” The research found specific proteins that affect fiber characteristics and hair growth in sheep and goats.
28 citations
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August 2019 in “BMC Genetics” miR-148a and miR-10a affect hair growth in Hu sheep.
23 citations
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August 2017 in “Genome” Gene expression affects fur development in rex rabbits.
9 citations
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August 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Kangfuxin (KFX) extract speeds up wound healing and improves skin regeneration.
8 citations
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December 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” Mouse models help understand alopecia areata and find treatments.
6 citations
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November 2024 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Targeting autophagy can help treat skin disorders like vitiligo and atopic dermatitis.
6 citations
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November 2022 in “Development” New research shows that skin diversity is influenced by different types of dermal fibroblasts and their development, especially involving the Wnt/β-catenin pathway.
4 citations
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June 2023 in “Journal of developmental biology” The skin systems of jawed vertebrates evolved diverse appendages like hair and scales from a common structure over 420 million years ago.
2 citations
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April 2022 in “Genes” The study found that the hair loss condition in Cesky Fousek dogs is influenced by multiple genes affecting skin and muscle structure, fat metabolism, and immunity.
August 2025 in “Dermatopathology” Pilomatricomas are often linked to genetic syndromes, especially Apert syndrome, and genetic analysis is crucial for diagnosis.
November 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Genetic changes in specific proteins contribute to hair loss in some women of African descent.
September 2024 in “Genes” CRABP1 boosts hair cell growth in Hu sheep by affecting key genes.
June 2009 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Lrig1 marks a unique group of stem cells in mouse skin that can become different skin cell types.
176 citations
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January 2013 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences” BMP and Wnt signaling balance controls hair follicle stem cell activity and hair growth.
61 citations
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April 2023 in “Bioactive Materials” Microneedles are effective for painless drug delivery and promoting wound healing and tissue regeneration.
1 citations
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April 2023 in “Biomaterials advances” Gellan gum hydrogels help recreate the environment needed for hair growth cell function.
December 2025 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Exosomes are promising tools in aesthetic medicine for skin and hair regeneration.
February 2025 in “Ciencia Latina Revista Científica Multidisciplinar” Finasteride can help with hair loss and prostate issues but may negatively affect mood and the nervous system.
January 2024 in “Skin appendage disorders” Using growth factors and microneedling shows promise for hair regrowth in Alopecia Areata, but more research is needed.
November 2015 in “Hair transplant forum international” Early attempts at using cloned cells for hair transplants failed, but 3D cell growth showed some promise.
February 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair loss in male pattern baldness is linked to changes in specific genes and proteins that affect hair growth and scalp health.
35 citations
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May 2006 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Monilethrix involves multiple genes affecting hair structure, including DSG4 mutations.
179 citations
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June 2000 in “The American journal of pathology” The absence of functional sebaceous glands causes hair follicle destruction and scarring alopecia.
107 citations
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March 2014 in “BoneKEy Reports” Mutations in the vitamin D receptor cause hereditary vitamin D-resistant rickets, leading to poor bone health and requiring high calcium doses for treatment.
18 citations
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November 2009 in “Calcified tissue international” A genetic mutation caused severe rickets and alopecia in an Indian patient, but high-dose calcium and phosphate treatment improved their condition.
14 citations
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April 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Researchers found a gene mutation responsible for a rare hair loss condition.
13 citations
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March 2017 in “Genomics” Genomic approach finds new possible treatments for hair loss.