Search

for
Search:

GlossaryImmortalized Cell Line

cells modified to proliferate indefinitely in culture

An immortalized cell line is a population of cells from a multicellular organism that has been modified to proliferate indefinitely in culture. This is achieved by introducing specific genes or by other means that prevent the normal cellular aging process, allowing researchers to study biological processes over extended periods without the cells dying.

Related Terms

Learn

0 / 0 results

— no results

Research

5 / 680 results

research Peer Review of Establishment of an Immortalized Mouse Dermal Papilla Cell Strain with Optimized Culture Strategy

January 2018

Scientists improved how to grow mouse skin cells in the lab and created a long-lasting cell line, but didn't fully explain its advantages or compare it to normal cells.

research Peer Review of Establishment of an Immortalized Mouse Dermal Papilla Cell Strain with Optimized Culture Strategy

January 2018

The review suggested the study needed to clarify its purpose, compare with non-immortalized cells, and provide more details on methods.

research Peer Review of Establishment of an Immortalized Mouse Dermal Papilla Cell Strain with Optimized Culture Strategy

January 2018

Researchers improved mouse skin cell culture methods and created a similar immortal cell line, but need to clarify their methods and benefits.

research Establishment and Functional Characterization of Immortalized Rabbit Dermal Papilla Cell Lines

April 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)”

Researchers created a stable rabbit cell line for hair research that doesn't age quickly or become cancerous.

research Multi-Potentiality of a New Immortalized Epithelial Stem Cell Line Derived from Human Hair Follicles

34 citations , June 2008 in “In vitro cellular & developmental biology. Animal”

Scientists created a long-lasting stem cell line from human hair that can turn into different skin and hair cell types.

View more "immortalized cell line" in research →

Community Join

4 / 4 results

community Minoxidil is NOT an Anti-androgen. No.

in Research/Science 43 upvotes 3 months ago

Minoxidil is not an anti-androgen; it is a growth stimulator and does not lower DHT like finasteride or dutasteride. Minoxidil can cause side effects like facial swelling and anxiety due to its vasodilator properties.

Compressed part of research of theory of androgenic/anabolitic balance. AGA h-responders analytic. Theory of physio-metabolitic method of anti AGA treatment

community Compressed part of research of theory of androgenic/anabolitic balance. AGA h-responders analytic. Theory of physio-metabolitic method of anti AGA treatment

MagicBold in Research 865 upvotes 1 year ago

The treatment for androgenetic alopecia involves using finasteride and minoxidil with intense exercise and cold exposure to boost metabolism and reduce androgenic effects, potentially leading to hair regrowth. This approach may activate biological pathways for improved hair and overall health.

community Why is nobody studying the difference between donor and balding hair?

in Chat 89 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses why the difference between donor and balding hair isn't studied more to find a cure for hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Upcoming treatment ideas in the future

in Research/Science 10 upvotes 1 year ago

Exploring future hair loss treatments, including immunosuppressants for hair transplants and hair cloning, with a focus on leveraging research from other medical fields. Current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are effective for most, but there's a call for more funding and innovation in the hair loss industry.