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GlossaryArtificial Skin (Bioengineered Skin Substitutes)

laboratory-created substitute mimicking natural human skin functions

Artificial skin, also known as synthetic skin or bioengineered skin, is a laboratory-created substitute designed to mimic the properties and functions of natural human skin. It is often used in medical treatments for burn victims, chronic wounds, and other skin injuries, providing a temporary or permanent covering that promotes healing and reduces the risk of infection. This engineered tissue can be composed of various materials, including collagen, silicone, and biodegradable polymers, and may incorporate living cells to enhance integration with the patient's own tissue.

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research Augmentation of HGF Signaling: Potential for Enhancing Hair Follicle Neogenesis and Development in Bioengineered Skin

April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Boosting HGF signaling could improve the creation of hair follicles in lab-made skin.

research Hair Follicle and Sebaceous Gland De Novo Regeneration With Cultured Epidermal Stem Cells and Skin-Derived Precursors

44 citations , July 2016 in “Stem Cells Translational Medicine”

Scientists discovered that certain stem cells from mice and humans can be used to grow new hair follicles and skin glands when treated with a special mixture.

research Role of Stem Cells in Skin Maintenance, Regeneration, and Repair: Focus on Epidermis and Pilosebaceous Units

September 2013 in “Experimental Dermatology”

The document concluded that stem cells are crucial for skin repair, regeneration, and may help in developing advanced skin substitutes.

Dermal Papilla Cells Improve Wound Healing and Generate Hair Bud-Like Structures in Grafted Skin Substitutes Using Hair Follicle Stem Cells

research Dermal Papilla Cells Improve Wound Healing and Generate Hair Bud-Like Structures in Grafted Skin Substitutes Using Hair Follicle Stem Cells

68 citations , August 2014 in “Stem Cells Translational Medicine”

Dermal papilla cells help wounds heal better and can potentially grow new hair.

research Multifaceted Role of Hair Follicle Dermal Cells in Bioengineered Skins

33 citations , September 2016 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement”

Human hair follicle dermal cells can effectively replace other cells in engineered skin.

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community Hair Cloning, Trials were supposed to begin 2020-2021

in Technology 48 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses hair cloning trials expected to start in 2020-2021 and mentions concerns about potential delays due to the Coronavirus. Treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are referenced.

community Dr. Tsuji and Riken to make important announcement on their hair cloning cure on Feb 10th.

in Update 56 upvotes 4 years ago

Dr. Tsuji and Riken announced a hair cloning cure with a 98.9% success rate, expected to be released in 10 years. Users expressed hope and skepticism about the affordability and timeline of the treatment.