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July 2022 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” The document concludes that understanding adult stem cells and their environments can help improve skin regeneration in the future.
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April 2021 in “Frontiers in Immunology” New therapies targeting skin neuroimmune interactions could treat neuropathic pain.
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January 2007 in “Organogenesis” Bioengineering can potentially treat hair loss by regenerating hair follicles and cloning hair, but the process is complex and needs more research.
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August 2024 in “Experimental Dermatology” Irisin can promote hair growth by activating a specific signaling pathway.
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September 2025 in “Plant Signaling & Behavior” Apyrase enzymes control ATP levels in Arabidopsis root growth zones.