December 2025 in “Animals” TGFBR1 slows down cell growth in fine-wool sheep hair follicles.
9 citations
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February 2022 in “BMC Genomics” Melatonin affects gene expression in goat hair follicles, potentially increasing cashmere production.
January 2024 in “Biochemical genetics” The research found specific genes and proteins that affect how fast chickens' feathers grow, which is not solely determined by traditional inheritance patterns.
January 2026 in “Burns & Trauma” NLRP3 helps control inflammation and repair in wound healing, making it a potential target for treatment.
25 citations
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June 2022 in “Developmental cell” Overactivating Hedgehog signaling makes hair follicle cells in mice grow hair faster and create more follicles.
10 citations
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August 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Leptin-deficient mice, used as a model for Type 2 Diabetes, have delayed wound healing due to impaired contraction and other dysfunctional cellular responses.
August 2025 in “Animal nutrition” α-Ketoglutaric acid improves hair growth, rabbit performance, and antioxidant levels.
September 2024 in “Frontiers in Genetics” A specific genetic marker is linked to male pattern baldness in Han Chinese men.
28 citations
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August 2019 in “BMC Genetics” miR-148a and miR-10a affect hair growth in Hu sheep.
21 citations
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May 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Costunolide helps human hair cells grow and can stimulate hair growth in mice.
6 citations
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October 2024 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” A special hydrogel helps stem cells heal wounds better by boosting growth factors.
3 citations
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March 2023 in “Biology” Genes affecting wool fiber thickness in Angora rabbits were identified, which could help breed finer wool.
11 citations
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December 2024 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Exosomes from umbilical cord stem cells help heal complex perianal fistulas in rats.
April 2025 in “Journal of Diabetes & Metabolic Disorders” Monitoring TGF-β and linc-PINT expression may help identify and treat high-risk heart arrhythmia patients.
68 citations
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April 2012 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The conclusion is that Fgf18 and Tgf-ß signaling could be targeted for hair loss treatments.
January 2024 in “Journal of cellular immunology” Hair follicle stem cells are important for maintaining healthy skin and interact with many signals.
January 2019 in “Advances in stem cells and their niches” Skin health and repair depend on the signals between skin stem cells and their surrounding cells.
115 citations
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February 2016 in “Nature Communications” Epidermal β-catenin activation changes the dermis by signaling different fibroblast types.
18 citations
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April 2014 in “Stem cells” The study found stem cells in minor salivary glands that can differentiate and are involved in tumor formation when exposed to tobacco.
19 citations
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May 2020 in “Cells” Substance from human umbilical cord blood cells promotes hair growth.
14 citations
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April 2016 in “Cell Transplantation” Neural stem cell extract can safely promote hair growth in mice.
178 citations
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August 2016 in “Advances in wound care” New effective scar treatments are urgently needed due to the current options' limited success.
February 2026 in “Human Cell” MSC-CM can boost skin cell growth and movement, aiding skin repair.
3 citations
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July 2024 in “Cell Proliferation” Blocking TGFβ can help treat fibrotic skin conditions by promoting fat cell formation.
83 citations
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May 2013 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Skin development in mammals is controlled by key proteins and signals from underlying cells, involving stem cells for maintenance and repair.
June 2026 in “Preprints.org” Atorvastatin in a keratin hydrogel may help treat skin scars effectively.
3 citations
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September 2023 in “Skin research and technology” New treatments for skin damage from UV light using stem cells and their secretions show promise for skin repair without major risks.
488 citations
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July 2021 in “Cell” Fibroblasts are crucial for tissue repair and inflammation, and understanding them can help treat fibrotic diseases.
February 2025 in “BMC Veterinary Research” Keratin proteins are crucial for hair growth in cashmere goats.
May 2024 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” Plant extracts can help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.