32 citations
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November 2016 in “Journal of Dental Research” Pannexin 3 is important for bone formation and the development of bone cells.
10 citations
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August 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Laser treatment improves hair density and increases growth factors in androgenetic alopecia.
9 citations
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November 2012 in “Biomolecules & therapeutics” A compound from brown algae boosts the production of a certain inflammatory substance in skin cells.
5 citations
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January 2004 in “Japanese journal of geriatrics” Male hormones can cause hair loss, but treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride can help, and targeting TGF-B1 could be a future solution.
2 citations
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January 2004 in “Enshou saisei” Male pattern baldness is caused by certain cells in hair follicles and could potentially be treated by targeting a specific growth factor, TGF-β1.
August 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Implanted special stem cells from hair follicles helped heal wounds faster and with less scarring in mice.
April 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” HSD11b1 affects skin nerves and increases non-histaminergic itch.
January 2006 in “The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology and Dermatology” Rubus coreanum may help hair growth but not through the tested mechanisms, and none of the herbal extracts help with acne.
14 citations
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June 2022 in “BMC genomics” Key genes crucial for sheep hair follicle development were identified, aiding fine wool breeding and human hair loss research.
October 2023 in “Nutrients” Millet and wheat extracts may improve hair health and promote growth.
9 citations
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April 2022 in “Cell Communication and Signaling” High S100A4 levels worsen glioblastoma by promoting blood vessel growth.
93 citations
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May 2002 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Overexpressing thrombospondin-1 in mice skin prevents UVB-induced skin damage.
February 2025 in “Chemico-Biological Interactions” 5-Fluorouracil causes hair loss by blocking signals needed for hair growth.
Valproic acid and rapamycin protect hair follicle stem cells from damage by activating a protective pathway.
5 citations
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June 2022 in “Journal of Oncology” Blocking the Hedgehog pathway may help overcome drug resistance in multiple myeloma.
5 citations
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January 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Inhibiting Zyxin may help treat androgenetic alopecia by promoting hair growth.
3 citations
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October 2023 in “Bioscience Biotechnology and Biochemistry” Salmon nasal cartilage proteoglycan may help hair grow.
3 citations
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February 2014 in “Dong-ui saengni byeongni hakoeji” Microneedle roller therapy could help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth.
2 citations
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December 2023 in “Stem Cells Translational Medicine” ISX-9 helps stem cells heal lung injury better by boosting growth factor secretion.
2 citations
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August 2023 in “Experimental Dermatology” HEY2+ cells help regenerate skin during wound healing.
1 citations
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July 2022 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Targeting specific genes in certain pathways may help treat male pattern baldness.
March 2025 in “Anatomy & Cell Biology” Hair follicle stem cell secretions may help protect brain cells and improve stroke recovery.
Exosomes from certain stem cells can promote hair growth and counteract hair loss caused by hormones by regulating growth factors and other cellular signals.
GPC1 is important for blood vessel growth in hair follicles and could help treat hair loss.
Ashwagandha-derived nanoparticles can promote human hair growth.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Ashwagandha nanoparticles help increase hair growth.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Exosomes from certain stem cells can fight hair loss by promoting hair growth and maintaining the growth phase of hair.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Combining different drugs can improve hair loss treatment.
23 citations
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November 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Deoxyshikonin helps wounds heal faster in diabetic mice.
37 citations
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December 2001 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Leptin may play a role in hair growth and hair follicle health.