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17 / 17 results![Molecular Mechanisms of Androgenetic Alopecia](/images/research/bb1a6732-e2cd-4eaf-aa25-882fa8d0bed2/small/2426.jpg)
research Molecular Mechanisms of Androgenetic Alopecia
AGA causes hair loss by shrinking hair follicles due to DHT binding, and can be treated with finasteride and minoxidil.
![An Investigation of Apoptosis in Androgenetic Alopecia](/images/research/5d4ac2f8-fad8-4612-b77a-bc8c14d5d3e0/small/2413.jpg)
research An Investigation of Apoptosis in Androgenetic Alopecia
Apoptosis contributes to hair loss in androgenetic alopecia.
research Contrasting Localization of c-Myc with Other Myc Superfamily Transcription Factors in the Human Hair Follicle and During the Hair Growth Cycle
Different Myc family proteins are located in various parts of the hair follicle and may affect stem cell behavior.
![Benzo[c]quinolizin-3-ones: A Novel Class of Potent and Selective Nonsteroidal Inhibitors of Human Steroid 5α-Reductase 1](/images/research/ff6e6cbe-cb9c-4d11-87ef-671d28ffd4fa/small/15506.jpg)
research Benzo[c]quinolizin-3-ones: A Novel Class of Potent and Selective Nonsteroidal Inhibitors of Human Steroid 5α-Reductase 1
Benzo[c]quinolizin-3-ones are effective nonsteroidal inhibitors of human steroid 5α-reductase 1.
![Androgen Receptor Antagonists Structure-Activity Relationships](/images/research/0f1bc78e-e4a4-47c8-9fcf-0105b9db66f8/small/12613.jpg)
research Androgen Receptor Antagonists Structure-Activity Relationships
Antiandrogens like flutamide are effective in treating conditions like prostate cancer and hair loss, but there's a need for more potent versions. Understanding their structure can help develop better treatments.
![Neuroimmunoregulation of Androgens in the Adrenal Gland and the Skin](/images/research/b86c2f5b-9dc9-4353-a18c-7566f366f286/small/15512.jpg)
research Neuroimmunoregulation of Androgens in the Adrenal Gland and the Skin
Cytokines and neuropeptides are key in controlling androgen levels, affecting skin and hair conditions.
![In Vitro Main Pathways of Steroid Action in Cultured Hair Follicle Cells: Vascular Approach](/images/research/cf62c2e5-f44c-40ca-8f54-3dac2e8427ab/small/15547.jpg)
research In Vitro Main Pathways of Steroid Action in Cultured Hair Follicle Cells: Vascular Approach
Steroids, particularly estrogens and 5α-reductase inhibitors, affect blood vessel-related hair growth processes in hair follicle cells.
![Expression of mRNA for Androgen Receptor, 5α-Reductase, and 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase in Human Dermal Papilla Cells](/images/research/cfa8152f-fcc1-4596-8ef6-20532a6f28d3/small/28195.jpg)
research Expression of mRNA for Androgen Receptor, 5α-Reductase, and 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase in Human Dermal Papilla Cells
Hair sensitivity to androgens is partly controlled by specific enzyme expressions in different hair areas.
![Minoxidil Increases 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase and 5α-Reductase Activity in Cultured Human Dermal Papilla Cells from Balding Scalp](/images/research/8773c4ea-af54-415a-9fdd-9deab67b1e01/small/2215.jpg)
research Minoxidil Increases 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase and 5α-Reductase Activity in Cultured Human Dermal Papilla Cells from Balding Scalp
Minoxidil boosts enzymes that help hair growth.
research Androgen-Dependent Beard Dermal Papilla Cells Secrete Autocrine Growth Factors in Response to Testosterone Unlike Scalp Cells
Beard cells, unlike scalp cells, produce growth factors in response to testosterone, which may explain differences in hair growth.
![Androgen Receptor Polymorphisms (CAG Repeat Lengths) in Androgenetic Alopecia, Hirsutism, and Acne](/images/research/0d73b3c0-60f4-42a1-bdc8-1a3416de135d/small/2193.jpg)
research Androgen Receptor Polymorphisms (CAG Repeat Lengths) in Androgenetic Alopecia, Hirsutism, and Acne
Shorter CAG repeats may cause hair and skin issues, while longer ones may link to acne.
![Balding Hair Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells Contain Higher Levels of Androgen Receptors Than Those From Non-Balding Scalp](/images/research/dd09411b-9ab6-4835-affb-5b8141ad6930/small/21047.jpg)
research Balding Hair Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells Contain Higher Levels of Androgen Receptors Than Those From Non-Balding Scalp
Cells from balding scalps have more androgen receptors than cells from non-balding scalps.
![Different Levels of 5α-Reductase Type I and II, Aromatase, and Androgen Receptor in Hair Follicles of Women and Men with Androgenetic Alopecia](/images/research/d57b3ea2-5b6a-4ac1-a8b2-517bd72ed1bd/small/2162.jpg)
research Different Levels of 5α-Reductase Type I and II, Aromatase, and Androgen Receptor in Hair Follicles of Women and Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
People with hair loss have more androgen receptors and enzymes in certain follicles, with men and women showing different patterns.
research The Regulatory Biology of the Human Pilosebaceous Unit
Scientists now better understand how human hair growth is controlled, including the roles of specific genes and proteins.
![Inhibition of Hair Growth by Testosterone in the Presence of Dermal Papilla Cells from the Frontal Bald Scalp of the Postpubertal Stumptailed Macaque](/images/research/624c495f-619c-4f24-abd3-bacd323c27f7/small/12598.jpg)
research Inhibition of Hair Growth by Testosterone in the Presence of Dermal Papilla Cells from the Frontal Bald Scalp of the Postpubertal Stumptailed Macaque
Testosterone can slow hair growth in adult monkeys, but a blocker called RU 58841 can counteract this and potentially help hair regrow.
research A Comparison of the Culture and Growth of Dermal Papilla Cells from Hair Follicles from Non-Balding and Balding (Androgenetic Alopecia) Scalp
![Apoptosis in Human Skin Development: Morphogenesis, Periderm, and Stem Cells](/images/research/5aac88a3-7d73-4c20-803a-7931c092bb48/small/36575.jpg)
research Apoptosis in Human Skin Development: Morphogenesis, Periderm, and Stem Cells
Apoptosis is essential for human skin development and forming a functional epidermis.
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research Hair Loss (Alopecia or Baldness)
Baldness is often hereditary and linked to male hormones, becoming noticeable when half the hair is lost.
![Treatments of Hereditary Hair Loss (Alopecia)](/images/research/9c8b7aa4-87bb-4568-955f-98e4ad5345e6/small/17955.jpg)
research Treatments of Hereditary Hair Loss (Alopecia)
Some treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and surgery can help with hereditary hair loss.
![Increased Scalp Skin and Serum 5a-Reductase Reduced Androgens in a Man Relevant to the Acquired Progressive Kinky Hair Disorder and Developing Androgenetic Alopecia](/images/research/927280aa-7057-44ba-9375-5bb1dc06ea7a/small/2163.jpg)
research Increased Scalp Skin and Serum 5a-Reductase Reduced Androgens in a Man Relevant to the Acquired Progressive Kinky Hair Disorder and Developing Androgenetic Alopecia
Reduced androgens linked to kinky hair disorder and hair loss; 5a-reductase inhibitors may help.
![Clinical Updates in Hair](/images/research/faaade9d-a659-443b-a6cd-14efb0ac1948/small/25261.jpg)
research Clinical Updates in Hair
Most treatments for hair loss in 1997 were not effective for most people, and maintaining hair growth was difficult.
![Topical Minoxidil in Extensive Alopecia Areata, Including 3-Year Follow-Up](/images/research/fa14d839-066b-48c1-8a4f-9be6ab5e8927/small/1855.jpg)
research Topical Minoxidil in Extensive Alopecia Areata, Including 3-Year Follow-Up
Topical minoxidil effectively and safely treats extensive alopecia areata but doesn't change its course.