228 citations
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September 2012 in “Trends in Neurosciences” Nerves are crucial for the regeneration of various body parts in many animals.
November 2024 in “Human Cell” Hair follicle stem cells can be turned into neuron-like cells, offering a new way for brain repair.
April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Microneedle arrays deliver botulinum toxin effectively for sweat suppression, similar to injections.
36 citations
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March 2005 in “Biotechnology and Bioengineering” A new method speeds up insulin amyloid fibril growth, useful for studying diseases.
January 2007 in “The FASEB journal” Human hair keratins help nerve regeneration and support Schwann cell activity.
5 citations
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September 2022 in “Molecular pharmacology” KATP channels are important for energy balance and are targeted by drugs for diabetes, hypoglycemia, hypertension, and hair loss.
1 citations
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August 2023 in “The journal of pharmacology and experimental therapeutics/The Journal of pharmacology and experimental therapeutics” Kir6.1 mutations in Cantú syndrome increase channel sensitivity and hyperpolarization, while SUR2B mutations do not.
133 citations
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June 2016 in “Nature Neuroscience” Zeb2 is crucial for nerve repair by controlling Schwann cell function.
70 citations
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February 2016 in “EMBO reports” Scientists found a specific group of itch-sensing nerve cells in mice important for feeling itch but not for sensing heat or touch.
660 citations
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December 2011 in “Cell” Different hair follicles in the skin are innervated by unique combinations of mechanosensory neurons, crucial for touch sensation.
10 citations
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August 2024 in “Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews” Neurosteroids may help treat disorders with too much dopamine activity.
April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The TRPV3 channel structure changes linked to severe itch and hyperkeratosis were identified using cryo-EM.
15 citations
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May 2003 in “The Laryngoscope” FGF-1 causes spiral ganglion neurites to branch more.
49 citations
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February 2025 in “Science Advances” Biomimetic synthetic vesicles could improve precision medicine by combining natural and synthetic benefits.
July 2025 in “The Journal of Physiology” C-tactile afferents are linked to emotional touch and social bonding through hair movement.
66 citations
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July 2007 in “Journal of Molecular Medicine” Stress increases certain chemicals in the skin and nerves, which might worsen skin conditions.
2 citations
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July 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Neural stem cells use local feedback to maintain balance in the adult brain.
12 citations
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November 2024 in “Burns & Trauma” Neuroregulation is crucial for skin wound healing and can be targeted to improve recovery.
4 citations
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May 2025 in “Journal of Controlled Release” Bioactive compounds in neurocosmetics can improve skin health and emotional well-being.
Hair follicle stem cells are crucial for touch sensation and proper nerve structure in mice.
October 2014 in “Archivio Istituzionale della Ricerca (Universita Degli Studi Di Milano)” A new type of nerve cell involved in itch perception was discovered.
December 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Restoring nerve-macrophage communication may help treat autoimmune diseases.
35 citations
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January 2000 in “Journal of comparative neurology” Rat vibrissae have sensory terminals with specific structures that help detect hair movements.
41 citations
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April 2009 in “Journal of comparative neurology” P2X3-IR fibers are widespread in rat skin and likely help detect pain.
100 citations
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May 2003 in “Journal of Neuroscience” Neuroactive steroids affect cocaine's rewarding effects through the ς1 receptor.
June 2025 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences” A PIK3CA mutation in Schwann cells causes severe nerve damage and increased glycolysis, but early treatment can help.
October 2007 in “European Neuropsychopharmacology”
March 2025 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Improving nerve and immune interactions may help heal chronic wounds.
September 2002 in “Epiliepsy currents/Epilepsy currents” Stress increases neurosteroids that help prevent seizures.