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September 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Folate receptor β helps suppress the immune system in macrophages and affects cancer growth and hair health.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Muscarinic acetylcholine receptors in skin cells help regulate and promote hair growth.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
September 2022 in “Annals of medicine and surgery” Three siblings with a rare genetic condition had abnormal sexual development and chose different gender identities, needing surgery and therapy.
June 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” Botulinum toxin treatment improves hair follicle width and length in androgenetic alopecia.
7 citations
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September 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” PAR-1 may play a role in hair growth regulation in human hair follicles.
299 citations
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March 2001 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Male pattern baldness is linked to specific genetic variations in the androgen receptor gene.
148 citations
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May 2008 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Mice without the vitamin D receptor are more prone to UV-induced skin tumors.
139 citations
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September 2001 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Mutations in the Vitamin D receptor gene can cause hair loss similar to mutations in the Hairless gene.
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July 2017 in “eLife” Type XVII collagen helps control skin cell growth and could be a target for anti-aging treatments.
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November 2005 in “Endocrinology” Hairless protein can block vitamin D activation in skin cells.
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January 2009 in “Biochemistry” Vitamin D receptor binds similarly to natural and synthetic ligands, affecting gene regulation.
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February 2010 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” Vitamin D receptor is crucial for healthy hair growth and preventing hair loss.
22 citations
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November 2016 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Vitamin D receptor is important for regulating hair growth and wound healing in mice.
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January 2010 in “Humana Press eBooks” The vitamin D receptor can affect gene activity even without its usual hormone in hair and skin.
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January 2015 in “Steroids” The study created a model to help design new inhibitors for steroidal 5α-reductase enzymes.
12 citations
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February 2023 in “Journal of Personalized Medicine” Type 1 diabetes often occurs with other autoimmune diseases, and personalized treatment based on genetics can improve outcomes.
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November 2021 in “JBMR plus” The vitamin D receptor can act without its usual activating molecule, affecting hair growth and skin cancer, but its full range of actions is not well understood.
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January 2020 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Certain gene variations in the Vitamin D Receptor are linked to higher risk of female hair loss.
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January 2022 in “Journal of Biosciences and Medicines” Understanding how androgens and their receptors work can lead to improved treatments for skin diseases.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” A new microneedle treatment shows promise for better hair regrowth in androgenetic alopecia.
December 2024 in “Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition” Creatine monohydrate is safe and effective for muscle recovery and performance, especially for those with low creatine levels.
September 2023 in “Journal of microbiology and biotechnology” A type of collagen helps hair grow by boosting cell growth and activating a specific hair growth pathway.
December 2021 in “Acta Marisiensis” Insulin resistance increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and other health issues.
14 citations
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September 2017 in “Hormones and behavior” δ-GABAA receptors affect alcohol consumption based on the estrous cycle and influence movement regardless of the cycle.
125 citations
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February 2007 in “The EMBO Journal” Fgfr2b helps maintain healthy skin and prevent cancer.
65 citations
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May 2006 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Dexamethasone may influence hair growth by altering estrogen receptor activity in hair cells.
215 citations
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September 2003 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Vitamin D receptor and hairless protein are essential for hair growth.
111 citations
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August 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” μ-opiate receptors in skin cells may affect skin health and healing.
51 citations
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September 2008 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Vitamin D receptor may help protect against UV-induced skin cancer.