Promoted Growth of Murine Hair Follicles by Controlled Release of Growth Factors from Biodegradable Hydrogel

    June 2005 in “ Key Engineering Materials ”
    Makoto Ozeki, Yasuhiko Tabata
    Studysummary This study found that biodegradable hydrogels loaded with various growth factors significantly enhanced hair follicle growth and blood vessel formation in mice, demonstrating a positive effect on their hair growth cycle.
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