MicroRNA-Mediated Regulation of Hair Follicle Regeneration: Mechanisms, Delivery Strategies, and Translational Perspectives

    June 2026 in “ Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology ”
    Yuyu Deng, K Hong, Mengting Xiong … X L Tao
    Studysummary This review outlines recent advancements in understanding how micro-RNAs (miRNAs) influence hair regeneration, highlighting their role in stimulating hair growth and potential therapeutic approaches, while also addressing the challenges of clinical translation due to miRNAs' complex roles and delivery issues.
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