30 citations
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January 2024 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” These migraine prevention drugs can cause side effects like constipation, hair loss, injection site reactions, fatigue, and sometimes unexpected issues like Raynaud's phenomenon and weight gain.
26 citations
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February 2022 in “Journal of pineal research” Melatonin affects skin and hair color and protects skin cells, with potential benefits for hair growth and skin health.
24 citations
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December 2023 in “Gels” 3D-printed hydrogels show promise in medicine but face challenges in resolution, cell viability, cost, and regulations.
12 citations
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September 2024 in “JID Innovations” Skin-on-a-chip devices better mimic human skin for research.
10 citations
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September 2022 in “Psychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences” Long COVID affects over half of COVID-19 survivors, causing a range of symptoms like fatigue and neurological issues, with no specific treatment yet.
8 citations
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October 2022 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” Reducing accidents and treating vascular diseases can lower the need for life-impacting amputations.
7 citations
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January 2017 in “Stem Cells International” Neural organoids show promise for future CNS disease treatments.
6 citations
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April 2023 in “International Journal of Endocrinology” Mesenchymal stem cells could help treat diabetes and its complications by improving insulin function and reducing inflammation.
6 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of regenerative medicine & tissue engineering” The review concludes that innovations in regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, and developmental biology are essential for effective tissue repair and organ transplants.
5 citations
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May 2023 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Integrin α6 helps identify different neural crest cell types in the skin.
4 citations
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May 2025 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Extracellular vesicles may help prevent and repair spine disc degeneration.
4 citations
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November 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” COVID-19 may worsen Parkinson's disease by affecting certain brain proteins.
1 citations
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August 2022 in “International journal of women’s dermatology” Botox injections may be a safe and effective way to treat severe, itchy skin disease when other treatments fail.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Diabetic patients need tailored cosmetic treatments for skin aging, with new therapies showing promise.
March 2026 in “Preprints.org” A diabetes-informed approach is essential for safe and effective skin rejuvenation treatments in diabetics.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Brimonidine is effective for reducing facial redness in skin conditions and has potential for broader dermatological uses.
Dexmedetomidine-loaded microneedles effectively reduce pain without sedation.
September 2025 in “PubMed” Mechanical stimulation and new therapies show promise for hair regrowth.
Botulinum toxin shows promise for treating scalp sweating but not for hair growth.
November 2024 in “Burns & Trauma” Skin organoids help improve wound healing and tissue repair.
April 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Light-based treatment, Photobiomodulation, shows promise for non-invasive skin therapy with few side effects.
Thermal spring waters and their microbes could be good for skin health and treating some skin conditions in skincare products.
January 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” The 2015 Hair Research Congress concluded that stem cells, maraviroc, and simvastatin could potentially treat Alopecia Areata, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and steroids could treat Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and PTGDR2 antagonists could also treat alopecia. They also found that low-level light therapy could help with hair loss, a robotic device could assist in hair extraction, and nutrition could aid hair growth. They suggested that Alopecia Areata is an inflammatory disorder, not a single disease, indicating a need for personalized treatments.
338 citations
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July 2009 in “Development” Sox2-positive cells determine specific hair follicle types in mammals.
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September 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Chitosan, a natural substance, can be used to create tiny particles that effectively deliver various types of drugs, but more work is needed to improve stability and control of drug release.
54 citations
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January 2023 in “Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy” New therapies are being developed that target integrin pathways to treat various diseases.
48 citations
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January 2024 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Improving topical drug delivery involves overcoming skin barriers and using personalized dosing to enhance effectiveness.
37 citations
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February 2024 in “Military Medical Research” Biomaterials can help heal wounds without scars and regenerate skin features.
26 citations
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January 2024 in “Gels” Nanoemulgels could effectively treat skin diseases and may replace or complement current therapies.
26 citations
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April 2006 in “Cephalalgia” Botulinum A toxin injections reduced pain and promoted hair regrowth in a woman with a rare form of alopecia areata.