179 citations
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November 2022 in “Frontiers in Plant Science” WRKY transcription factors help plants manage stress and support growth.
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January 2015 in “Genetics and Molecular Research” Maize hybrids show better early growth due to complex gene interactions from their parent strains.
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December 1983 in “Outlook on Agriculture” Plant hormones have potential in agriculture to increase food production but require more research for effective use.
November 2021 in “Natural product research” Certain polyphenols may help treat skin pigmentation disorders.
March 2026 in “Dyes and Pigments” Riboflavin and blue light speed up genipin hair dye, making it fast, glossy, stable, and eco-friendly.
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February 2023 in “Biology” Innovative cosmetics could safely change hair color by targeting biological hair pigmentation processes.
April 1986 in “CRC Press eBooks” Hair color is determined by melanins produced in hair cells.
PmtHEE is a better model for studying pigmented skin because it includes melanocytes and shows improved cell differentiation.
April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Melanocytes are cells that make skin and hair color and help protect skin from sun damage.
January 2021 in “Journal of clinical and cosmetic dermatology” Human skin responds to light with protective mechanisms, but more research is needed to understand these processes and their implications for health and therapy.
81 citations
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October 2014 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Certain genes control the color of human hair by affecting pigment production.
November 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Tanning ability is linked to specific DNA changes in skin genes.
450 citations
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January 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Hair color is determined by melanin produced and transferred in hair follicles.
September 2012 in “British Small Animal Veterinary Association eBooks” The document concludes that pigmentation disorders in animals involve complex interactions between melanocytes and keratinocytes.
January 2026 in “SSRN Electronic Journal” Riboflavin with blue light speeds up hair dyeing, making it faster, safer, and long-lasting with less hair damage.
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September 2010 in “Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research” We know less about human hair pigmentation than mouse coat color, but pH and cysteine levels are key factors.
April 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Scientists discovered a new way UVB light increases skin pigmentation through the ATP-P2X7 pathway.
September 2025 in “Journal of Science Innovations and Nature of Earth” Anthocyanins in berries and purple veggies offer health benefits but need better processing for full use.
February 2005 in “CRC Press eBooks” Hair color is due to active pigment cells in hair during growth.
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May 2023 in “Preprints.org” Skin pigmentation varies due to genetics, UV exposure, and medications, with treatments available but requiring medical advice.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The created skin model with melanoblasts improves the study of skin color and offers an alternative to animal testing.
November 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” Hair color is determined by melanin and can be affected by genetic conditions like albinism.
June 2026 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Combining multiple ingredients is the most effective treatment for hyperpigmentation.
July 2025 in “Advanced Science” Collagen VI and Semaphorin 3C are important for hair pigmentation and could help treat pigmentation disorders.
60 citations
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October 2010 in “Molecular Imaging and Biology” Increased skin pigmentation in mice reduces bioluminescent signal accuracy.
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May 2023 in “Photobiomodulation, photomedicine, and laser surgery” Light therapy is effective and safe for treating skin color disorders like vitiligo and dark spots.
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January 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” P-cadherin is crucial for hair follicle pigmentation but not skin pigmentation.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” PCE-DP brightens skin and promotes hair growth by enhancing cell growth and reducing melanin uptake.
Marine macroalgae contain compounds that can improve skin health and have cosmetic benefits.
140 citations
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August 2010 in “Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research” We know a lot about mouse hair color, but not much about human hair color differences.