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GlossaryNeurotrophins

proteins that support neuron growth, survival, and function

Neurotrophins are a family of proteins that play a crucial role in the growth, survival, and maintenance of neurons, which are the cells responsible for transmitting information in the nervous system. They help support the health of nerve cells and are involved in processes like learning and memory. For professionals, key members of this family include nerve growth factor (NGF) and brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF).

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research Neurotrophins, Nociceptors, And Pain

189 citations, May 1999 in “Microscopy Research and Technique”

Neurotrophins, especially NGF, are crucial for pain development and management.

research Epithelial Growth Control by Neurotrophins: Leads and Lessons from the Hair Follicle

99 citations, January 2004 in “Progress in brain research”

Neurotrophins are important for hair growth and could help treat hair loss.

research Brain-Derived Nerve Factor and Neurotrophins in Androgenetic Alopecia

10 citations, July 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Lower growth factors linked to balding in androgenetic alopecia.

research Neurotrophology of the Hair Follicle: Neurotrophins Act as Auto- and Paracrine Growth Factors and Immunomodulators

August 2006 in “Experimental dermatology”

Neurotrophins are important for hair growth and response to stress.

Control of Human Hair Growth by Neurotrophins: Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor Inhibits Hair Shaft Elongation, Induces Catagen, and Stimulates Follicular Transforming Growth Factor Beta 2 Expression

research Control of Human Hair Growth by Neurotrophins: Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor Inhibits Hair Shaft Elongation, Induces Catagen, and Stimulates Follicular Transforming Growth Factor Beta 2 Expression

64 citations, March 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) slows down hair growth and promotes hair follicle regression.

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community Possible topical option for preventing BDNF-related hair loss

in Research/Science 7 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses hair loss linked to BDNF-increasing nootropics like Semax and Lions Mane. Suggested topical treatments include capsaicin, beta-glucan, and ginseng to counteract TGF-B activation.