May 2026 in “Theranostics” Targeting DKK3–CKAP4 can help reverse hair loss in androgenetic alopecia.
January 2026 in “Aging and Disease” DKK proteins could help diagnose and treat various non-cancerous diseases.
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June 2021 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents” New patents show progress in developing drugs targeting the Wnt pathway for diseases like cancer and hair loss.
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July 2021 in “Cell” Fibroblasts are crucial for tissue repair and inflammation, and understanding them can help treat fibrotic diseases.
March 2026 in “Preprints.org” The combined stem cell secretome in the skin care product effectively reduces inflammation and promotes tissue regeneration.
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August 2015 in “Endocrinology” The antibody 005-C04 blocks prolactin receptors, causing reversible infertility, impaired lactation, and hair regrowth in female mice.
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February 2022 in “Journal of Infection” People with no symptoms or mild COVID-19 have lower antibody levels, increasing their risk of getting COVID-19 again.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Blocking the protein CXCL12 with a specific antibody can increase hair growth in common hair loss conditions.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Blocking α-toxin helps heal Staphylococcus aureus-infected wounds faster in both normal and diabetic mice, with different effects on their immune responses.
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April 2009 in “Circulation Research” CD133+ cells help heal diabetic ulcers by promoting blood vessel growth and activating Wnt signaling.
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March 1989 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Interferon alfa-2a is effective for treating cutaneous T cell lymphoma but has significant side effects.
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July 1995 in “Biochemical and biophysical research communications” Male hormones promote hair cell growth by using a growth factor from nearby skin cells.
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July 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A substance called DKK-1 increases in balding areas and causes hair cells to die when exposed to DHT.
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December 2003 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Interferon, especially alfa interferon, is an effective treatment for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma with manageable side effects.
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December 2021 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Some patients on immunosuppressants had a weaker immune response to the Sinovac-CoronaVac COVID-19 vaccine.
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September 2012 in “Journal of Nanjing Medical University” Cyclosporine A was found to increase hair growth in mouse whisker follicles.
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July 2016 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Dermatologists should use hair relaxers carefully to avoid hair and scalp damage, following specific guidelines for application and maintenance.
December 2025 in “Nature Communications” Blocking IL-17a can improve age-related smell loss in mice.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Blocking CXCL12 can reverse hair loss and fibrosis in androgenetic alopecia.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Blocking a specific immune cell signal can trigger hair growth.
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December 2005 in “Experimental Dermatology” Stress can stop hair growth in mice, and treatments can reverse this effect.
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July 2016 in “Journal of Immunology” Blocking the CXCR3 receptor reduces T cell accumulation in the skin and prevents hair loss in mice.
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March 2019 in “PLoS ONE” Thyroxine (T4) may help heal skin wounds by promoting new skin and blood vessel growth.
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July 2017 in “Annals of Oncology” Chemotherapy toxicity might be reduced by using DNA neutralizing agents.
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September 2022 in “Journal of dermatological science” Certain vitamins and their derivatives can help hair grow longer by activating specific growth signals.
October 2025 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Enhancing blood vessel interactions with hair cells may help treat hair loss and skin aging.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Combining certain treatments, including FOL005, may improve healing of difficult wounds.
Neurotrophins may contribute to genetic hair thinning by inhibiting hair growth.
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May 2012 in “Experimental Cell Research” VEGF promotes hair follicle cell growth through the VEGFR-2/ERK pathway.
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June 2015 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Targets” Blocking the prolactin receptor might help treat various diseases, but more research is needed.