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research Effectiveness of Terbinafine in Treating Toenail Onychomycosis and Associated Studies
Terbinafine is more effective than itraconazole for toenail fungus, especially in older patients, and debridement improves its effectiveness.
research Australian Hair and Wool Research Society Cutaneous Biology and Endocrinology Workshop
The workshop highlighted the genetic links and psychological impacts of hair loss and skin disorders.
research Salivary Gland Function in Persons with Ectodermal Dysplasias
People with ectodermal dysplasias often have reduced saliva production and should get saliva tests.
research Effect of the 5α-Reductase Enzyme Inhibitor Dutasteride in the Brain of Intact and Parkinsonian Mice
Dutasteride may protect the brain in early Parkinson's disease.
research No Difference in the Proteome of Racially and Geometrically Classified Scalp Hair Samples from a South African Cohort: Preliminary Findings
Hair protein composition is similar across different races and shapes.
research Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex: A Paradigm for Disorders of Tissue Fragility
Epidermolysis bullosa simplex causes easily blistered skin due to faulty skin cell proteins, leading to new treatment ideas.
research Functional Characterization of Soybean Strigolactone Biosynthesis and Signaling Genes in Arabidopsis MAX Mutants and GmMAX3 in Soybean Nodulation
GmMAX3b gene in soybeans boosts nodulation and affects hormone levels.
research Method for Chronological Recording of Antigen Appearance in Human Head-Hair Shafts and Its Use for Monitoring Glycation Products in Diabetes
The method can help diagnose and monitor diabetes by analyzing hair.
research Nanomaterials in Hair Care and Treatment
Nanomaterials can improve hair care products and treatments, including hair loss and alopecia, by enhancing stability and safety, and allowing controlled release of compounds, but their safety in cosmetics needs more understanding.
research Synthesis and Actions of 5α-Reduced Metabolites of Testosterone in the Nervous System
Testosterone and its metabolites affect brain functions and could help treat neurological disorders.
research Bleached Hair as a Standard Template to Evaluate the Performance of Commercial Hair Repair Products
K18® and Olaplex® both effectively repair bleached hair, improving its strength, smoothness, and overall health.
research How Biodegradable Polymers Can Be Effective Drug Delivery Systems for Cannabinoids: Perspectives and Challenges
Biodegradable polymers can improve cannabinoid delivery but need more clinical trials.
research Antiepileptogenic Effects of Trilostane in the Kainic Acid Model of Temporal Lobe Epilepsy
Trilostane may help delay epilepsy development by increasing certain brain chemicals.
research Extracellular Matrix Sensing by FERONIA and Leucine-Rich Repeat Extensins Controls Vacuolar Expansion During Cellular Elongation in Arabidopsis Thaliana
FERONIA and LRX proteins help control cell growth in plants by regulating vacuole expansion.
research Specific Citrullination Causes Assembly of a Globular S100A3 Homotetramer
A specific chemical change in the S100A3 protein leads to the formation of a four-part structure important for hair formation.
research Nanomaterial-Based Therapy for Wound Healing
Nanomaterials show promise in improving wound healing but require more research on their potential toxicity.
research Radiation-Induced Microvascular Injury as a Mechanism of Salivary Gland Hypofunction and Potential Target for Radioprotectors
Radiation damages salivary glands by harming blood vessels, but antioxidants might help protect them.
research Two Mechanisms Regulate Keratin K15 Expression in Keratinocytes: Role of PKC/AP-1 and FOXM1 Mediated Signaling
Keratin 15 expression in skin cells is regulated by two mechanisms involving PKC/AP-1 and FOXM1.
research Phospholipase A2 in Skin Biology: New Insights from Gene-Manipulated Mice and Lipidomics
Phospholipase A2 enzymes play key roles in skin health and disease.
research Class III Peroxidases PRX01, PRX44, and PRX73 Control Root Hair Growth in Arabidopsis Thaliana
PRX01, PRX44, and PRX73 are essential for root hair growth in Arabidopsis thaliana.
research Health Improvement of Human Hair and Their Reshaping Using Recombinant Keratin K31
Recombinant keratin K31 makes damaged hair thicker, stronger, and straighter.
research Self-Consistent Field Theory for the Interactions Between Keratin Intermediate Filaments
Keratin filaments' elasticity is influenced by their terminal domains and surrounding medium.
research Pumpkin Seed Oil-Loaded Niosomes for Topical Application: 5α-Reductase Inhibitory, Anti-Inflammatory, and Anti-Hair Loss Effects
Pumpkin Seed Oil in niosomes may help treat hair loss and improve hair growth.
research A General Mathematical Model for the In Vitro Assembly Dynamics of Intermediate Filament Proteins
The model shows that filament flexibility and amino acid differences affect how fast intermediate filament proteins assemble.
research Proteomics Analysis of the Secondary Hair Follicle Cycle in Liaoning Cashmere Goat
The study found specific proteins that could mark different growth stages of cashmere goat hair and may help improve cashmere production.
research Extraction of Gallic Acid and Ferulic Acid for Application in Hair Supplements
Gallic acid and ferulic acid can be sustainably extracted for hair supplements with high efficiency and stability.
research Development of a Mechanically Stable Human Hair Keratin Film for Cell Culture
A new film made from human hair supports skin cell growth better than collagen.
research Chitosan-Based Scaffolds Incorporated with Silver Nanoparticles for the Treatment of Infected Wounds
Chitosan scaffolds with silver nanoparticles effectively treat infected wounds and promote faster healing.
research Inhaled Medicines for Targeting Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Inhaling medicine may reduce side effects and improve treatment for a major lung cancer type.