research A new label-free screen for steroid 5α-reductase inhibitors using LC-MS
Researchers developed a new method to find substances in herbs that can block a specific enzyme linked to hair loss.
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research Biological activity of novel progesterone derivatives having a bulky ester side chains at C-3
The more lipophilic the progesterone derivative, the better it binds to androgen receptors and has antiandrogenic effects.
research Screening of synthetic and natural product databases: Identification of novel androgens and antiandrogens
Researchers found new potential treatments for conditions related to the androgen receptor, like male hormonal contraception, by testing thousands of compounds.
research Synthesis, Biological Evaluation and Molecular Docking of Avicequinone C Analogues as Potential Steroid 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
Certain compounds, especially those with a propionic substituent, could potentially be new treatments for hair loss and similar disorders.
research Compilation of a comprehensive gene panel for systematic assessment of genes that govern an individual’s drug responses
Researchers found that most genes affecting drug responses are not fully covered by commercial SNP chips, suggesting the need for more comprehensive tools to optimize drug selection based on genetics.
research Synthesis and Pharmacological Evaluation of New Progesterone Esters as 5.ALPHA.-Reductase Inhibitors
Smaller substituents at C-17 enhance the inhibitory activity of progesterone derivatives on 5alpha-reductase.
research Anti-androgenic curcumin analogues as steroid 5-alpha reductase inhibitors
Some curcumin-like compounds can effectively and safely block the enzyme linked to hair loss and other conditions related to male hormones.
research In vitro–in vivo assessments of apocynin-hybrid nanoparticle-based gel as an effective nanophytomedicine for treatment of rheumatoid arthritis
The gel with apocynin-loaded nanoparticles shows promise for treating rheumatoid arthritis.
research Emerging lipid–polymer hybrid nanoparticles for genome editing
Lipid–polymer hybrid nanoparticles can improve genome editing delivery and outcomes.
research Simultaneous determination of androgens and prostaglandins in human urine using ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry
Researchers developed a reliable way to measure hormones in urine, showing that a baldness treatment doesn't change hormone levels.
research Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays for doping control of 5α-reductase inhibitors finasteride and dutasteride
New tests detect finasteride and dutasteride in urine quickly and easily.
research Reclassification of Botryococcus braunii chemical races into separate species based on a comparative genomics analysis
Botryococcus braunii's three chemical races should be reclassified as separate species.
research Mechanism of Cuticle Hole Development in Human Hair Due to UV-Radiation Exposure
UV radiation damages hair by creating holes and peeling cuticle layers.
research SELF-ASSEMBLED CHITOSAN NANOPARTICLES FOR PERCUTANEOUS DELIVERY OF CAFFEINE: PREPARATION, CHARACTERIZATION AND IN VITRO RELEASE STUDIES
Chitosan nanoparticles are promising for sustained caffeine delivery through the skin.
research A volatile producing Bacillus subtilis strain from the rhizosphere of Haloxylon ammodendron promotes plant root development
Bacillus subtilis strain WM13-24 helps plant root growth through volatile compounds.
research Simultaneous determination of 30 hormones illegally added to anti-ageing functional foods using UPLC-MS/MS coupled with SPE clean-up
New method effectively detects illegal hormones in anti-aging foods.
research Nanoparticles in Cancer Treatment: A Narrative Review
Nanoparticles improve cancer treatment by reducing side effects and targeting cancer cells better.
research Plant Extracts in Skin Care Products
Plant extracts can benefit skin but must be safe and high-quality.
research Atmospheric Pressure Plasma Jet Treatment of Human Hair Fibers
Plasma jet treatments can clean hair and might replace peroxide for hair care.
research Recent advances in drug repositioning and rediscovery for different therapeutic activities utilizing updated technological approaches
Using existing drugs for new treatments is cost-effective and safer.
research Materials, Syntheses and Biomedical Applications of Nano-Quercetin Formulations: A Comprehensive Literature Review
Nano-quercetin improves quercetin's effectiveness in treating diseases but faces challenges in safety and production.
research A fast and simple FIA-chemiluminescence method for the evaluation of Roselle flowers as scavenger of the free radicals generated by UV irradiated antibiotics
Roselle flower extracts can protect against free radical damage in UV-irradiated antibiotics.
research Synthesis, physical characteristics, and biocompatibility test of chitosan-alginate-fucoidan scaffold as an alternative material for alveolar bone substitution
The scaffold could effectively replace traditional methods for bone regeneration in dental applications.
research Theoretical investigation of the conformational space of baicalin
The study found that baicalin has different stable shapes in gas and water, with two shapes better for interacting with positive charges in water.
research Effects of gamma rays on the regeneration of murine hair follicles in the natural hair cycle
Gamma rays did not change hair follicle density but increased white and hypopigmented hairs in mice.
research Advanced glycation end-products inhibit mesenchymal-epidermal interaction by up-regulating proinflammatory cytokines in hair follicles
AGEs may cause hair loss by increasing inflammation in hair follicles.
research Biotransformation of Finasteride by Ocimum sanctum L., and tyrosinase inhibitory activity of transformed metabolites: Experimental and computational insights
Fermentation of Finasteride with Ocimum sanctum L. creates new metabolite that inhibits tyrosinase.
research Steroid Hormones
Steroid hormones are crucial for body functions and have various medical uses, but their misuse can lead to dependence.
research Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome using Free Testosterone levels via Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy Induced by Gold Nanostar
A new low-cost method can accurately detect PCOS early by measuring free testosterone levels.
research Bio-Catalytic Action of Pseudomonas DL17 on Environmental Contaminant Sunset Yellow FCF
Pseudomonas DL17 can completely break down the harmful dye Sunset Yellow FCF in 48 hours.