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December 2016 in “Journal of biophotonics” Low-level laser therapy, now called photobiomodulation, is recognized for its broad medical applications and scientific backing.
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June 2022 in “Scientific Reports” A new imaging method accurately measures burn severity by assessing collagen damage.
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July 2025 in “Drug development & registration” A new algorithm accurately analyzes animal coat and skin colors quickly and easily.
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February 2008 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” EPR spectroscopy showed that spontaneous hair growth results in thicker skin and less pigmented hair than depilation-induced growth.
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November 2019 in “Medical Science Monitor” LED light therapy boosts bone cell growth and function.
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January 2008 in “Laser therapy” Endré Mester is highly regarded as the 'Godfather' of phototherapy.
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September 2025 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Non-invasive methods can effectively monitor hair growth cycles, aiding hair loss treatment development.
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Hair coloring and bleaching can permanently break down hair protein and temporarily change its properties.
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January 2019 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing and monitoring systemic lupus erythematosus, with certain hair and scalp changes indicating more active disease.