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January 2021 in “Theranostics” The targeted nanohybrids effectively reduced psoriasis symptoms and improved skin health.
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November 2006 in “Science” A genetic mutation in the LIPH gene causes hair loss and growth defects.
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November 1986 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” Antiandrogens affect androgen-dependent body functions and are used for various medical conditions, with some risks like fetus feminization, but new forms like 17α-propylmesterolone show promise for acne without systemic effects.
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May 2023 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Stem cell treatment from umbilical cords reduces symptoms of atopic dermatitis and may help hair growth.
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November 2024 in “EMBO Molecular Medicine” Targeting JAK-STAT1 can reduce inflammation and promote hair growth in conditions linked to EGFR deficiency.
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March 2024 in “Viruses” γδ T cells are essential for wound healing after poxvirus infection.
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January 2021 in “FEBS open bio” Camellia japonica extract may improve scalp health and promote hair growth.
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August 2023 in “Life” Bioinspired polymers are promising for advanced medical treatments and tissue repair.
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April 2026 in “Microorganisms” SCFF may help promote hair growth and scalp health.
January 2026 in “Veterinary Sciences” Skin maturation in Dezhou donkey foals involves better barrier function, hair growth, and less collagen production.
March 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Thermus thermophilus extract improves hair growth and scalp health in men with hair loss.
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January 2015 in “The Cochrane library” DHEA may help with sexual function when used intravaginally by menopausal women but is similar to hormone therapy in other aspects and might cause more side effects like acne and hair loss.
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April 2010 in “ACS Nano” C60 fullerenes can alter protein function and may help develop new disease inhibitors.
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November 2012 in “Journal of the National Cancer Institute” The tumor suppressor gene FLCN affects mitochondrial function and energy use in cells.
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December 2006 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Hair follicles are essential for skin health, aiding in hair growth, wound healing, and immune function.
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February 2009 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Lipase H is important for hair follicle function and shaping hair fibers.
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April 2016 in “Science Advances” Researchers created a fully functional, bioengineered skin system with hair from stem cells that successfully integrated when transplanted into mice.
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November 2017 in “Scientific Reports” The pituitary gland functions normally even after losing most SOX2+ stem cells.