learn Osteopontin signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
research Fibrous Papule of the Face, Similar to Tuberous Sclerosis Complex-Associated Angiofibroma, Shows Activation of the Mammalian Target of Rapamycin Pathway: Evidence for a Novel Therapeutic Strategy? 12 citations , February 2014 in “PLoS ONE” Topical rapamycin may effectively treat fibrous papules on the face.
research Heat Stress Decreased Hair Follicle Population in Rex Rabbits 10 citations , December 2018 in “Journal of animal physiology and animal nutrition” Heat stress reduced hair growth and affected related genes in rex rabbits.
research Mammalian Target of Rapamycin Complex 1 (mTORC1) May Modulate the Timing of Anagen Entry in Mouse Hair Follicles 28 citations , November 2012 in “Experimental dermatology” A protein complex called mTORC1 likely affects when hair growth starts in mice.
research Valproic Acid Boosts Hair Follicle Stem Cell Resilience to Oxygen-Glucose Deprivation Through Autophagy Induction and AKT/mTOR Suppression December 2025 in “Scientific Reports” Valproic acid helps hair follicle stem cells survive better in low oxygen and glucose conditions.
research The Regulation of Skin Homeostasis, Repair, and the Pathogenesis of Skin Diseases by Spatiotemporal Activation of Epidermal mTOR Signaling 35 citations , July 2022 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Proper mTOR signaling is crucial for healthy skin and preventing skin diseases.