research Hard alpha-keratin degradation inside a tissue under high flux X-ray synchrotron micro-beam: A multi-scale time-resolved study
High flux X-ray beams quickly damage the structure of human hair.
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480-510 / 1000+ resultsresearch Human hair keratin network and curvature
Curly hair shape is due to uneven growth patterns in the hair follicle.
research NANOPARTICLE-EMBEDDED MICRONEEDLES FOR ENHANCED TRANSDERMAL DELIVERY: ADVANCES AND APPLICATIONS
Nanoparticle-embedded microneedles improve drug delivery through the skin but face challenges in stability and safety.
research Biofibre hair implant: what is new, what is true?
Biofibre hair implants are safe, well-tolerated, and provide immediate cosmetic improvement for hair loss.
research Three-dimensional architecture and linearized mapping of vibrissa follicle afferents
Large-scale reconstructions enhance understanding of vibrissal sensory mapping in the brain.
research Bioinspired engineering of Polygonum multiflorum root nanovesicles regulates dermal papilla cells in vitro and stimulates human hair follicle growth ex vivo
Polygonum multiflorum root nanovesicles may help hair growth and treat hair loss.
research The Proteins of Hair and Other Hard α-Keratins
research Cytochemistry of Trichohyalin Granules: A Possible Role for Cornification of Inner Root Sheath Cell in the Hair Follicle
Trichohyalin granules help inner root sheath cells in hair follicles harden by integrating with keratin filaments.
research Insights on the Hair Keratin Structure Under Different Drying Conditions
Drying hair with a microfiber towel better maintains hair strength and structure than using a cotton towel or blow-drier.
research Stiffness of Human Hair Correlates with the Fractions of Cortical Cell Types
Hair stiffness is higher when it has more para-like cortical cells.
research Raman spectroscopic analysis of L‐phenylalanine and hydrolyzed eggwhite protein penetration into keratin fibers
L-phenylalanine and hydrolyzed eggwhite protein deeply penetrate human hair.
research Fullerene nanomaterials potentiate hair growth
Fullerene nanomaterials help hair grow faster and increase hair follicles.
research A Raman spectroscopy investigation of the resilience of hair cuticular scales under uniaxial stress
Hair cuticles remain stable and resilient under stress due to strong protein content and crosslinking.
research In-Situ Tensile Testing of Hair Fibers in An Environmental Scanning Electron Microscope (ESEM)
Hair fibers break by cuticle cell slipping, shape changing, cuticle fraying, and surface cracking when stretched under specific conditions.
research Two-dimensional electrophoretic analysis of human hair keratins, especially hair matrix proteins
The method effectively analyzes human hair proteins, especially nonfilamentous ones.
research Selective follicular targeting by modification of the particle sizes
Medium-sized particles penetrate hair follicles better than smaller or larger ones, which could improve delivery of skin treatments.
research Fractography of human hair
Moisture content significantly affects how human hair breaks.
research The human keratins: biology and pathology
Keratins are crucial for cell stability, wound healing, and cancer diagnosis.
research Fundamental hair follicle biology and fine fibre production in animals
Hair follicle growth and fiber production in animals are influenced by chemical signals, proteins, pigmentation, genetics, and nutrients.
research Leveraging Crosslinker Diffusion to Template Stiffness Gradients in Alginate Hydrogels
Stiffness gradients in alginate gels can guide cancer cell invasion and study cellular behaviors.
research Recent advances in cellulose nanocrystals-based sensors: A review
Cellulose nanocrystals are promising for making effective, sustainable sensors for various uses.
research The structure of hair and follicles of mice carrying the naked (N) gene
Mice with the naked gene have missing or abnormal hair cells.
research FEA-guided co-design of bubble microneedles: controlled tip separation for rapid transdermal and sublingual delivery
Bubble microneedles deliver drugs quickly and effectively through the skin and mouth.
research Investigating the internal structure of sheep wool hair fibre using new microscopic techniques
Curly wool has more orthocortex than straight wool.
research African hair morphology: macrostructure to ultrastructure
African hair is more fragile due to its unique shape and internal structure.
research Follicular penetration of nano-sized particulate FA-PLGA and the dye RhBITC in dorsal dog and rat skin, and porcine ear skin as an in vitro model for the human integument
Hair follicles can effectively absorb nano-sized particles, making them potential targets for localized drug delivery.
research Tissue Engineering and Nanoparticle-Based Approaches for Hair Follicle Regeneration
New methods using biomaterials, stem cells, and nanoparticles show promise for improving hair growth and treating hair loss.
research Hyperbranched glycerol-based core-amphiphilic branched shell nanotransporters for dermal drug delivery
New nanocarriers improve skin drug delivery with low toxicity at certain concentrations.
research Location of keratin-associated proteins in developing fiber cuticle cells using immunoelectron microscopy
Keratin-associated proteins are part of the developing hair fiber cuticle.
research J. Cosmet. Sci., 59, 263–289 (July/August 2008) Characterization of curved hair of Japanese women with reference to internal structures and amino acid composition
Japanese women's curved hair has an uneven internal structure and varied amino acid composition.