April 2010 in “The Journal of Urology” Human prostate cells produce more WISP1/CCN4 when there's not enough oxygen.
February 2012 in “Expert Review of Endocrinology & Metabolism” This abstract reviews the unclear link between androgenic alopecia and prostate cancer, highlighting the need for further research to determine the mechanisms connecting these two conditions.
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January 2013 in “Nature Cell Biology” Understanding where cancer cells come from helps create better prevention and treatment methods.
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November 2020 in “Nature Communications” This study demonstrates that Tp63-expressing epithelial stem cells from non-skin tissues can respond to skin morphogenetic signals and contribute to the formation of hair follicles, sebaceous glands, and epidermis.
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August 2021 in “Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity: Targets and Therapy” This research discusses the potential antitumor effects of metformin, a common diabetes medication, noting its controversial influence on different malignant tumors and its uncertain mechanisms. Understanding these effects on tumors may aid in the development of new cancer treatments.