research A Review of Keratin-Based Biomaterials for Biomedical Applications
Keratin from hair and wool is used in medical materials for healing and drug delivery.
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150-180 / 1000+ resultsresearch State-of-the-Art Review of Electrospun Gelatin-Based Nanofiber Dressings for Wound Healing Applications
Electrospun gelatin-based nanofiber dressings are promising for wound healing due to their effective healing properties and ability to protect against infections.
research Agouti and Agouti-related Protein: Analogies and Contrasts
Agouti and AGRP affect pigmentation and obesity, with implications for metabolic disorders.
research Characterization of the in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo Efficacy of the Antimicrobial Peptide DPK-060 Used for Topical Treatment
DPK-060 in poloxamer gel effectively treats skin infections, but nanocarriers don't enhance its efficacy.
research Multifunctional Self-Assembled Peptide Hydrogels for Biomedical Applications
Peptide hydrogels are promising for drug delivery and tissue repair in medicine.
research Unraveling the web of defense: the crucial role of polysaccharides in immunity
Polysaccharides boost immunity and could help prevent and treat diseases.
research Silk Fibroin and Its Nanocomposites for Wound Care: A Comprehensive Review
Silk fibroin shows promise for wound care but faces challenges in becoming widely available.
research Noyes-Whitney Dissolution Model-Based pH-Sensitive Slow Release of Paclitaxel (Taxol) from Human Hair-Derived Keratin Microparticle Carriers
Human hair-derived particles can effectively carry and release the cancer drug Paclitaxel in a pH-sensitive manner, potentially targeting cancer cells while sparing healthy ones.
research Crystallin Fusion Proteins Improve the Thermal Properties of Hair
Fusion proteins can protect hair from heat damage.
research Advances in 3D printing for the repair of tympanic membrane perforation: a comprehensive review
3D printing shows promise for repairing eardrum perforations but needs more research on materials.
research The Effect of EGR1 on the Proliferation of Dermal Papilla Cells
Increasing EGR1 levels makes hair root cells grow faster.
research Effect of scalp position on tensile properties of single hair fibers
Hair strength is similar across different scalp areas, and not affected by age, gender, or hair thickness.
research Recent Insights into the Potential and Challenges of Sericin as a Drug Delivery Platform for Multiple Biomedical Applications
Sericin from silk cocoons could be a promising drug delivery tool, but stability and consistency need improvement.
research Particulate 3D Hydrogels of Silk Fibroin-Pluronic to Deliver Curcumin for Infection-Free Wound Healing
The hydrogel effectively heals wounds and fights bacteria.
research Molecular Evolution and Protein Structure Variation of Dkk Family
Dkk genes evolved faster in birds and reptiles, affecting hair development functions.
research Single nucleotide polymorphisms in the KRT82 promoter region modulate irregular thickening and patchiness in the dorsal skin of New Zealand rabbits
Certain genetic changes in the KRT82 gene may cause patchy skin in New Zealand rabbits.
research Modulation of Electroosmotic Flow through Skin: Effect of Poly(Amidoamine) Dendrimers
Polyamidoamine dendrimers can change the strength and direction of electroosmotic flow through the skin, affecting drug delivery.
research Regulation of feather follicle development and Msx2 gene SNP degradation in Hungarian white goose
The Msx2 gene affects feather development in Hungarian white geese and a specific gene variation could indicate feather quality.
research Progress in the Expression, Purification, and Characterization of Recombinant Collagen
Recombinant collagen is promising for biomaterials, pharmaceuticals, and skincare due to its benefits and potential improvements.
research Repeatable Perming via Thiol–Michael Click Reaction: Using Amide Derived from Maleic Acid and Cystine
A new perming method is less damaging to hair and works as well as traditional methods.
research Microneedle-Based Technologies for Long-Acting Transdermal Drug Delivery in Wearable Devices
Microneedles in wearables can deliver drugs over time but face challenges in manufacturing and safety.
research Smart Biomaterials and Dressings for the Treatment of Chronic Inflammatory Skin Diseases
Smart biomaterials and dressings show promise in treating chronic skin diseases by improving drug delivery and minimizing side effects.
research Thermal Induced Changes in Cuticle and Cortex to Chemically Treated Hair
Heat worsens damage in chemically treated hair, especially bleached and straightened hair.
research Composite Hydrogel Dressing with Drug-Release Capability and Enhanced Mechanical Performance
The hydrogel dressing improves wound healing, offers long-lasting antibacterial effects, and enhances patient comfort.
research Hypotrichosis 14: novel variants of the LSS gene in five Chinese families and insights from literature review
New LSS gene variants help understand congenital hypotrichosis 14 better.
research Composition, structural features, and multifunctional properties of extracellular polysaccharides from the non-toxic green alga Parachlorella sp.
The green alga Parachlorella sp. has potential for use in cosmetics and health products due to its antioxidant, anti-hypertensive, and hair growth properties.
research Polyglutamate: Unleashing the Versatility of a Biopolymer for Cosmetic Industry Applications
Polyglutamic acid is a valuable, sustainable ingredient for skincare and haircare products.
research Regulation of Hair Follicle Growth and Development by Different Alternative Spliceosomes of FGF5 in Rabbits
FGF5 spliceosomes inhibit rabbit hair growth by affecting gene expression.
research Marine-Derived Bioactive Peptides Self-Assembled Multifunctional Materials: Antioxidant and Wound Healing
Peptides from oysters may safely and effectively heal skin wounds with less scarring.
research Self-assembling peptide inspired by insulin and type 1 insulin-like growth factor for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
Ac-GFFY-IGF peptide is a promising, safe, and effective treatment for hair loss, better than current options.