December 2021 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” This study found that knocking out the Hars2 gene in mouse cochlear hair cells led to mitochondrial dysfunction and ROS stress, resulting in progressive hearing loss and differential effects on inner and outer hair cells.
This study formulated an herbal anti-dandruff shampoo powder using Nyctanthes arbortristis as the main ingredient, and found that it exhibited significant anti-dandruff properties, beneficial physicochemical characteristics, and promising in-vitro results compared to a marketed medicated product.
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August 2023 in “Marine drugs” In this study, fish-derived collagen hydrolysate from tilapia scales improved hair growth and skin health in both cellular and mouse models, reducing oxidative stress and inflammation while enhancing hair quality and promoting beneficial gene expression.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Trichology” This case report detailed two instances of plica polonica, an acquired hair matte condition, attributing it to factors like drug effects and hair care neglect, but emphasized not labeling affected patients as unable to self-care.
January 2021 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” This study found that ageing in women leads to significant structural and biological changes in the scalp hair follicle environment, which may affect hair growth.