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March 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Science and Engineering” This review highlights that nanoemulsions, especially those with droplet sizes under 200 nm, show promise in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics by improving drug stability, bioavailability, and reducing side effects, with potential applications in CNS diseases, cancer treatments, and skincare products.
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September 2022 in “Problems of Endocrinology” This review discusses sex differences in Parkinson's disease and highlights that while men are more frequently affected, androgen-modulating treatments have not yet proven effective for PD, though 5α-reductase inhibitors show potential for further study.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This review highlights that nanotechnology enhances the solubility, stability, and bioavailability of phytochemicals from medicinal plants, improving their therapeutic efficiency in disease models like cancer and infections. However, it indicates that further research is necessary to optimize formulations and ensure safety for clinical use.
December 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This review highlights that disturbances in neuroimmune communication, particularly between sympathetic nerves and macrophages, may contribute to autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and type 1 diabetes, and suggests potential therapeutic avenues by restoring this communication in preclinical and early clinical studies.
March 2024 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical and Sciences” This study investigated the phytochemical composition and antibacterial and antioxidant activities of Zaleya pentandra extracts, finding high total polyphenol and flavonoid content and significant antibacterial effects, particularly in acetone extract, which may be suitable for developing antibacterial agents.
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June 2016 in “The FASEB Journal” This review discusses the dual role of the Wnt/β-catenin pathway in mammalian tissue injury, highlighting its potential for both promoting regeneration and contributing to fibrosis, but presents no new findings.
This study found that the ethanolic extract of Guazuma ulmifolia, or mutamba, showed only intermediate levels of phenolic compounds and low antioxidant activity in laboratory tests, suggesting limited potential in alleviating oxidative stress conditions like cancer or cardiovascular diseases.
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May 2024 in “Applied Sciences” This review analyzed current studies on metabolite production from the medicinal fungus Cordyceps militaris, focusing on its fermentation modes and biological functions, and emphasizes the need for modern fermentation processes to enhance industrial production.
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November 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses how various nutrients, such as flavonoids, probiotics, and omega-3 fatty acids, may support brain health by targeting stress-related pathways, potentially offering protective effects against neurodegenerative and psychiatric disorders through their roles in oxidative stress reduction and neuroinflammation regulation.
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June 2023 in “Antioxidants” This review highlights that pomegranate exhibits promising beneficial effects in preclinical and clinical studies for cardiovascular and non-cardiovascular diseases, though further research is needed on its bioavailability and metabolites for effective therapeutic use.
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October 2017 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology/The Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology” This study found that dutasteride may offer neuroprotection in early-stage Parkinson's disease by preventing loss of striatal dopamine and altering steroid levels in MPTP-lesioned mice.
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March 2023 in “Experimental neurology” In this study, pregnenolone was found to dose-dependently reduce L-DOPA-induced dyskinesias in a rat model of Parkinson's disease, suggesting its potential as a therapeutic target for these dyskinesias.
May 2023 in “Cytotherapy” This study found that medium/large extracellular vesicles derived from hair follicle and adipose tissue mesenchymal stromal cells both demonstrated significant neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects in cell cultures, highlighting their potential use as biopharmaceuticals for treating neurodegenerative diseases.
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April 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses the potential of curcumin and its formulations to mitigate neuropathic and postoperative pain, highlighting positive outcomes in preclinical and clinical studies but noting the need for further clinical research.
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November 2011 in “Neuroscience Letters” This study reported that progesterone reduces cell death in hippocampal cultures following oxygen–glucose deprivation mainly through its conversion to allopregnanolone and the involvement of GABAA receptors.
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April 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review evaluates the anti-aging properties of TSG from He shou wu, finding it may protect against age-related diseases through multiple mechanisms, though further research is needed for clinical application.
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January 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” This study found that in male mice, microglial changes due to a Parkinson's-like lesion were influenced by sex hormones, with dutasteride treatment preventing some effects.
August 2026 in “Molecular Biomedicine” This review outlines the design and engineering of multifunctional hydrogels, emphasizing their evolving biomedical applications, notably in controlled drug delivery, tissue support, and disease management, and discusses their potential for clinical translation.
May 2026 in “Nature Communications” In this study, researchers identified that keloid fibroblasts respond to neurotransmitters from catecholaminergic nerves by producing bone matrix proteins, mediated by β1-adrenergic receptor activation, leading to fibro-osseous reprogramming; blocking this signaling in a rodent model prevented the development of keloid-like pathology.
December 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study provides a comprehensive overview of human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell-derived extracellular vesicles (HUCMSC-EVs), suggesting their potential to combat aging and alleviate age-related disorders by rejuvenating multiple organs in animal models and discussing engineering strategies to harness their full anti-aging potential.
Intermittent fasting slows hair growth by damaging hair follicle cells.
February 2024 in “Neurophotonics” This review highlights the potential of transcranial photobiomodulation (tPBM) as a non-invasive and affordable treatment for brain diseases, summarizing recent advances and successful protocols based on over two decades of research.
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January 2020 in “Nature” Stress can cause hair to turn gray by depleting stem cells.
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August 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” HPT axis hormones boost mitochondrial function and growth in hair follicles, potentially aiding hair health.
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April 2021 in “The EMBO Journal” This review discusses the role of hair follicle stem cells as active signaling centers in skin homeostasis, highlighting recent advancements and reporting no new clinical results.
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October 2023 in “Pharmaceutics” This study found that an intranasal gel containing risperidone-loaded glycethosomes significantly enhanced drug bioavailability and improved neuroprotective, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects in schizophrenia-induced rats compared to oral therapies, suggesting a promising alternative for schizophrenic patients who struggle with adhering to oral medication.
12 citations
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November 2024 in “Burns & Trauma” This review highlights the critical role of neuroregulation in skin wound healing, emphasizing how neurotransmitters and neuropeptides regulate inflammation, angiogenesis, and cell proliferation, and discusses potential therapeutic strategies, such as neuromodulation, to enhance these processes.
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November 2023 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This article reviews recent developments in microneedles combining metallic elements and herbal compounds for wound healing, highlighting their benefits such as enhanced therapeutic efficacy and reduced toxicity, and offering a reference for future advancements in this technology.
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August 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” This review discusses recent advancements in understanding how the sympathetic nervous system and norepinephrine regulate hair follicle growth, highlighting innovative studies that explore their effects on hair follicle stem cells.
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June 2016 in “International journal of experimental pathology” This study found that expression of GDNF and GFR α-1 proteins in human skin decreases with age, particularly in the epidermis, suggesting that their signaling pathways may be altered as people grow older.