42 citations
,
January 2017 in “Stem cells international”
This study found that while extracellular matrix components like hyaluronic acid promoted larger organoid formation, other matrix components hindered hair follicle germ assembly in an in vitro model.
2 citations
,
January 2020 in “Methods in molecular biology”
This study describes a protocol for generating hair follicle germ-like organoids from human skin cells, which may aid in alopecia drug discovery and understanding hair follicle regeneration.
This study found that hyaluronic acid increased the size of hair follicle germ-like aggregates and the number of proliferative cells but did not maintain specific markers during the process.
Federal funding for medical research in the U.S. has been halted, potentially delaying new treatments. Hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are unlikely to be impacted as they are typically funded by private companies.