September 2006 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Hair transplant surgeries can be improved by preserving follicles in a special solution, and surgeries done at outpatient facilities are more profitable than those at hospitals.
September 2006 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Outpatient aesthetic and reconstructive surgeries are about equally profitable in Academic Health Centers and Ambulatory Surgery Centers when time is considered, but dedicated surgery centers are generally more profitable.
September 2006 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” The SGAP flap effectively treats large sacral pressure sores with good results and minimal complications.
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January 2025 in “PubMed” PCL threads are most effective for youthful skin by boosting collagen.
August 2025 in “Journal of Polymer Science” AcD scaffolds improve tissue repair and regeneration by combining stem cells with a supportive matrix.
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January 2024 in “Scientific reports (Nature Publishing Group)” Human hair was used to make biodegradable plastic films that could be useful for packaging and disposable products.
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September 2021 in “Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces” Nanoparticles can effectively deliver spironolactone to hair follicles for treating alopecia and acne.
November 2023 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” The new adhesive seals wounds quickly, works well in wet conditions, and helps with healing.
October 2022 in “ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces” The hydrogel is versatile and easy to make.
September 2025 in “Acta Biomaterialia” A new tissue adhesive helps wounds heal better by allowing more cells to enter.
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January 2019 in “Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces” The new drug delivery systems made with surfactants and block polymers are stable and not toxic.
PlacMA hydrogels from human placenta are versatile and useful for cell culture and tissue engineering.
January 2012 in “RepositóriUM (Universidade do Minho)” PLA nanoparticles can effectively deliver treatments to hair follicles, showing potential for hair therapy.
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March 2023 in “Drug Delivery and Translational Research” The new gel effectively treats MRSA-infected wounds for longer.
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January 2011 in “Journal of Biomaterials and Nanobiotechnology” Biodegradable polysaccharide gels can improve skin healing and reduce scarring.
The method effectively creates uniform, viable cell spheroids for 3D cell culture.
December 2020 in “Macromolecular Symposia” These polymers can improve hair texture and reduce water loss in hair cosmetics.
New hydrogel sensors can be quickly made and customized for wearable devices.
September 2021 in “Journal of skin and stem cell” Lactium, a milk protein, can help reduce symptoms of skin disorders linked to stress and anxiety without side effects.
January 2025 in “Scripta Medica” PDO, PLLA, and PCL threads increase collagen in ageing skin but don't change MMP1 gene expression.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” PDLLA filler can improve hair thickness and shine by reducing age-related hair decline.
June 2022 in “Scientific Reports” Prevelex, a polyampholyte, can create a cell-repellent coating on microdevices, which can be useful in biomedical applications like hair follicle regeneration.
Polydopamine is promising for personalized medicine and biomedical technology due to its strong adhesion and biocompatibility.
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August 2022 in “Nanomaterials” The new wound dressing helps heal abdominal wall defects faster by improving the wound environment.
January 2024 in “Authorea (Authorea)” Using laccase to add poly(tyrosine) to wool makes it less likely to shrink and stronger.
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March 2025 in “Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine”
May 2024 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” Finasteride-loaded nanoparticles were successfully created for potential improved hair growth treatment.
January 2026 in “RSC Advances” The hydrogel speeds up diabetic wound healing and reduces scarring.
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January 2017 in “Polymers” Polyelectrolytes can improve cell surfaces for better medical applications.
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January 2000 in “Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology” Modified artificial hair with collagen improves tissue adhesion and is safe for long-term use.