August 2024 in “Nature Communications” Softer hydrogels help wounds heal better with less scarring.
Certain genes may influence hair loss differently in men and women.
Editing the FGF5 gene in sheep increases fine wool growth.
March 2024 in “Stem cell research & therapy” Human dental pulp stem cell-conditioned medium, especially from hypoxic conditions, may help treat chemotherapy-induced hair loss and does not increase cancer risk.
March 2024 in “Nutrients” Alopecia Areata is linked to specific gut bacteria and metabolites, indicating a complex gut microbiome.
February 2024 in “New phytologist” DNA changes in tetraploid wheat improve root growth and nitrogen use.
Delta-opioid receptors affect skin cell circadian rhythms, possibly impacting wound healing and cancer.
January 2024 in “Journal of lipid research” Finasteride may lower cholesterol and slow heart disease progression.
January 2024 in “Biology of sex differences” Dihydrotestosterone makes arteries stiffer in female mice by reducing estrogen receptor expression.
January 2024 in “Biomarker Insights” Certain genetic variants may increase the risk of developing PCOS.