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GlossaryDicer

enzyme that processes RNA into smaller fragments for gene regulation

Dicer is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in the process of RNA interference, a biological mechanism that regulates gene expression. It cuts long double-stranded RNA molecules into shorter fragments called small interfering RNAs (siRNAs) or microRNAs (miRNAs), which can then guide the degradation or suppression of specific messenger RNA (mRNA) targets, thereby controlling the production of proteins.

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research Dicer- and Bulge Stem Cell-Dependent MicroRNAs During Induced Anagen Hair Follicle Development

10 citations, May 2020 in “Frontiers in cell and developmental biology”

MicroRNAs are important for hair growth regulation, with Dicer being crucial and Tarbp2 less significant.

research Loss Of Dicer In Newborn Melanocytes Leads To Premature Hair Graying And Changes In Integrin Expression

1 citations, September 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Removing Dicer from pigment cells in newborn mice causes early hair graying and changes in cell migration molecules.

research Dicer- And BSC-Dependent miRNAs During Murine Anagen Development

1 citations, January 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)”

Dicer is crucial for hair growth in mice.

research Inducible Deletion of Epidermal Dicer and Drosha Reveals Multiple Functions for miRNAs in Postnatal Skin

82 citations, March 2012 in “Development”

Drosha and Dicer are essential for hair follicle health and preventing DNA damage in skin cells.

research Hair Growth Promoting Effect of Dicerocaryum Senecioides Phytochemicals

10 citations, December 2019 in “International journal of medicinal chemistry”

Chemicals from the plant Dicerocaryum senecioides were found to safely speed up and increase hair growth in mice.

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community Dutasteride + Oral minoxidil progress pictures

in Progress Pictures 186 upvotes 3 weeks ago

Dutasteride and oral minoxidil significantly improved hair appearance, with noticeable changes in color and texture. The user experienced minimal side effects and attributes most progress to dutasteride.

community Experiences with Annurmets Hair?

in Product 6 upvotes 3 years ago

User asks about Annurmets Hair product, high in Procyanidin B2 for hair regrowth. Product is expensive and ordered from Italy.

community Where to find Botox online

in Treatment 6 upvotes 3 years ago

The user is looking for a place to buy genuine Botox online for scalp use. They are seeking recommendations for reliable sources.

community Pumpkin seed oil tablet or topical oil.

in Treatment 9 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of pumpkin seed oil for hair loss, with mixed opinions on its benefits. Some users mention studies showing potential hair growth benefits, while others consider it ineffective.

community 1.5 Year Hair Restoration Journey - Stem Cells, PRP, Minoxidil, Topical Finasteride

in Progress Pictures 26 upvotes 10 months ago

A user shared their 1.5-year hair restoration journey, successfully using mesenchymal stem cell therapy, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections, and a topical compound of finasteride and minoxidil, avoiding a hair transplant and oral finasteride. They experienced significant hair regrowth, particularly crediting the stem cell therapy for quick initial results.

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