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GlossaryFocal Adhesion

specialized cell structures connecting internal skeleton to external environment

Focal adhesions are specialized structures where cells attach to their surrounding environment, such as the extracellular matrix. They act like anchor points, connecting the cell's internal skeleton to the outside world, and play a crucial role in cell movement, signaling, and survival.

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research Transcriptome Analysis to Identify the Downstream Genes of Androgen Receptor in Dermal Papilla Cells

1 citations, January 2022 in “BMC Genomic Data”

The study found that androgen receptors in skin cells mainly affect the focal adhesion pathway and control the caveolin-1 gene, with implications for new treatments for related diseases.

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community Fin + Minoxidil + RU + Tretinoin + Castor Oil + Microneedling - 3 months. Opinions?

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The conversation discusses hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, tretinoin, castor oil, and microneedling over three months. There are signs of early hair regrowth, with expectations of fuller hair in a year.

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