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86 citations,
August 2021 in “Polymers” Microneedles are effective for drug delivery, vaccinations, fluid extraction, and treating hair loss, with advancements in manufacturing like 3D printing.
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March 2018 in “Biomaterials” Tiny needles with valproic acid can effectively regrow hair.
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