Glutamic Acid Promotes Hair Growth in Mice

    Carlos Poblete Jara, Beatriz de Andrade Berti, Nelson F. Mendes … Eliana P. Araujo

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    Studysummary This study found that exogenous glutamic acid promoted hair growth and keratinocyte proliferation, indicating a potential new signaling pathway in the skin.
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    1. Glutamine Metabolism Controls Stem Cell Fate Reversibility and Long-Term Maintenance in the Hair Follicle Cell Metabolism · 2020
    2. Control of Hair Growth and Follicle Size by VEGF-Mediated Angiogenesis Journal of Clinical Investigation · 2001