March 2024 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” This study optimized the extraction process of bear grease through enzymatic hydrolysis and found that it was rich in unsaturated fatty acids, enhancing its hair growth-promoting properties in mice compared to traditional methods.
February 2013 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that certain polymorphisms in EGF and EGFR genes may increase susceptibility to alopecia areata in the Korean population, and these genetic variations could be associated with specific symptoms such as nail involvement and body hair loss.
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March 2017 in “PLoS ONE” In this study, adding δ34S isotope analysis to models modestly improved precision in estimating grizzly bears' salmon and terrestrial diets, but contributed little new information.
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November 2016 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Topical tretinoin may increase beard hair density.
April 2024 in “Journal of endocrinological investigation” This study found that topical minoxidil significantly enhanced facial hair growth in transgender individuals assigned female at birth undergoing gender affirming hormone therapy, with improvements most notable after six months of use.
