Keratin hydrogels from human hair show promise for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.
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June 2024 in “Gels” 5% hydroxyapatite in scaffolds improves bone tissue formation and mechanical properties.
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December 2018 in “Natural Product Research” A new compound from fermented papaya may help stimulate hair growth.
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December 2022 in “Antioxidants” Natural polysaccharides have strong antioxidant properties that help fight diseases like Alzheimer's, diabetes, and heart disease.
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September 2011 in “European journal of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics” PLA particles release their contents differently based on the type of fluorochrome used.
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Stiffness gradients in alginate gels can guide cancer cell invasion and study cellular behaviors.
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September 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A hydrogel made from pig fat helps wounds heal faster by regenerating skin fat cells.
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September 2023 in “Bioengineered” Brown seaweed oligosaccharides have health benefits and potential uses in food and medicine.
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January 2023 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” Biomembrane-based hydrogels can effectively promote chronic wound healing.
Human hair keratins can be turned into useful 3D biomedical scaffolds through a freeze-thaw process.
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February 2023 in “Biomaterials Research” Special gels help heal diabetic foot sores and reduce the risk of amputation or death.
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January 2016 in “RSC Advances” A non-toxic formula using polycarboxylic acids strengthens and improves hair.
The hydrogel helps bone growth and healing in jaw and facial defects.
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September 2020 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” Hyaluronic acid increases collagen synthesis safely, while poly-L-lactic acid may cause complications by affecting fibroblasts.
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January 2021 in “Smart materials in medicine” The new hydrogel is good for wound dressing because it absorbs water quickly, has high porosity, can release drugs, fights bacteria, and helps wounds heal with less scarring.
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June 2025 in “Chemical Engineering Journal” The hydrogel helps heal seawater-immersed wounds by reducing infection and inflammation.
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March 2019 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” Advanced hydrogel systems with therapeutic agents could greatly improve acute and chronic wound treatment.
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April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hydroxypinacolone retinoate is a potent anti-aging ingredient for skin that is more effective and less irritating than other forms of retinoids.
June 2021 in “SWU eJournals System (Srinakharinwirot University)” Mixed coconut oil/solvent is suitable for cyproterone acetate injections, but more safety checks are needed.
July 2007 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” The new polymer improves dyed hair's color, moisture, shine, and smoothness.