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December 2002 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” This study suggests that keratinocytes in skin and mucous membranes might be involved in prion disease transmission due to their expression of PrPc, potentially serving as an entry point for prions.
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December 2001 in “Journal of autoimmunity” This study found that immunity to self-prion peptides could be induced in Lewis rats, but in older rats, it was associated with severe skin inflammation and hair loss.
July 2008 in “VTechWorks (Virginia Tech)” This study suggests that PrPC plays a role in the differentiation of mouse embryonic stem cells during neurogenesis, impacting neural progenitor cell development.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, a herbal hair dye was formulated and tested, showing good stability and quality. The addition of Barleria prionitis flower enhanced color intensity and conditioning effects, suggesting it as a safe and effective natural alternative to chemical dyes.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers formulated a herbal hair dye with natural ingredients, including Barleria prionitis, and found it to be stable, effective, and a promising natural alternative to chemical dyes, enhancing color intensity and hair conditioning compared to formulations without this component.