Suppression of FGF5 and FGF18 Expression by Cholesterol-Modified siRNAs Promotes Hair Growth in Mice

    July 2021 in “ Frontiers in Pharmacology ”
    Jungang Zhao, Hao-jie Lin, Lusheng Wang … Na Xu
    Studysummary This study found that intradermal injection of cholesterol-modified siRNA targeting FGF5 or FGF18, or topical application of FGF18-targeted siRNA, effectively influenced hair follicle cycles in mice, suggesting potential benefits for alopecia management.
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