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July 2021 in “Genes” This study identified a new genetic variant in the KRT71 gene responsible for a breed-specific form of hypotrichosis in Hereford cattle, potentially serving as a model for similar human conditions.
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June 2023 in “Ethnobotany research and applications” This review examined the medicinal properties of the Ziziphus plant species, highlighting their traditional use in treating various conditions and their bioactive compounds with potential anticancer, antimicrobial, and anti-diabetic effects. The authors concluded that Ziziphus species, particularly jujube, have promising pharmacological activities warranting further investigation.
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April 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses advances in CRISPR/Cas9 variants and nanoformulations for cancer treatment, noting challenges and prospects for clinical application, but reports no new research results.
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January 1987 in “PubMed” This study found that a 1% 11a-hydroxyprogesterone lotion appeared to increase hair growth parameters in male androgenetic alopecia patients compared to untreated controls.
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January 2024 in “Journal of clinical medicine” This literature review highlights the changing epidemiology of tinea capitis due to global migration and underscores the importance of early recognition and treatment of atypical variants in immunocompetent children to minimize prolonged systemic antifungal therapy and prevent adverse events, especially regarding liver health.
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January 2017 in “Przegla̧d dermatologiczny” This study found that patients with skin tags had a high prevalence of metabolic syndrome, prompting recommendations for screening underlying conditions like diabetes and hypertension.
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September 2016 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article proposes enhancing the Norwood-Hamilton scale for assessing hair loss patterns but reports no new clinical results.
November 2024 in “Journal of Functional Foods” In this study, APC collagen peptides were observed to enhance hair elasticity and gloss in human hair follicles by increasing amino acid and lipid component levels, suggesting their potential benefits for improving hair qualities.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, a novel compound named AH-001 demonstrated effective androgen receptor protein degradation, reducing hair loss progression in a mouse model of androgenetic alopecia, with minimal systemic exposure and side effects, suggesting potential for safer treatment.
In this study, researchers analyzed the waters of Ladakh's hotsprings, identifying 27 bioactive compounds with potential health benefits, but emphasize that further clinical trials are needed to confirm their therapeutic efficacy and safety.
August 2026 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” This review discusses the Ayurvedic concept of Indralupta, resembling alopecia areata, and highlights dietary therapy's potential role in holistic prevention and management, while reporting no new clinical results.
March 2026 in “The Open Dentistry Journal” This study found significant gender-based differences in forehead dimensions among 297 participants, with males showing larger vertical measurements, which could inform applications in forensic identification, cosmetic surgery, and anthropological research.
December 2025 in “Pharmaceutics” This review highlights new perspectives in genomics and epigenomics for skin rejuvenation, comparing innovative strategies like senolytics and DNA repair modulators with classical treatments, and emphasizing the importance of tailoring therapies using individual genomic profiles for personalized anti-ageing approaches.
December 2025 in “Bioengineering” This review explains that dysregulated sebum secretion and composition contribute to acne and impaired skin barriers while highlighting factors like diet and hormones affecting sebaceous activity, and identifies novel molecular targets and model systems for future therapeutic developments.
October 2025 in “Quantum Journal of Medical and Health Sciences” This review outlines the phytochemical composition and pharmacological potential of Tridax procumbens, a plant traditionally used in various regions for its purported medical benefits, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory effects, among others.
September 2025 in “Radboud University Press eBooks” This study investigated AHR signaling's role in skin biology and reported that novel AHR ligands may help restore keratinocyte function and reduce inflammation in skin diseases, suggesting their potential as therapeutic agents.
July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Reduced AhR signaling in HS tunnels leads to persistent inflammation and microbial imbalance.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Scientific Research in Science and Technology” This review explores the therapeutic potential and diverse pharmacological properties of the tree Tectona grandis, highlighting its anti-ulcerogenic, antihyperglycemic, antifungal, and other activities, as well as recent advancements in using its extracts for metal nanoparticle synthesis with antimicrobial applications.
January 2025 in “Medicina” This study in north Sudan found that 25% of women have traction alopecia, with the condition linked to factors like family history of pattern baldness and the use of hair color or chemicals, while increasing age was associated with a lower risk.
December 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” This review systematically examined recent advancements in spironolactone-loaded nanocarriers, revealing that lipid and vesicular nanoparticles enhance bioavailability and skin penetration for treating androgen-dependent disorders, but highlighted the need for further clinical studies to optimize their use.
October 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study in Saudi Arabia found that 55.9% of participants reported premature graying of hair before age 30, with risk factors including genetic, health, and lifestyle aspects such as smoking, anxiety, nutrient deficiencies, and family history.
April 2024 in “Journal of clinical medicine” This review discusses the diverse cutaneous manifestations of lupus erythematosus and emphasizes the importance of differential diagnosis for effective management, but reports no new clinical findings.
February 2024 in “Cosmetics” In this study, researchers developed a novel platform for discovering potential hair loss inhibitors by investigating the testosterone/dihydrotestosterone biosynthetic pathway and its regulation through biochemical mechanisms involving 17β-HSD and 3β-HSD, combined with medicinal plant extracts.
January 2024 in “Biotechnology advances” This review highlights the importance of selecting high-quality bioassays in discovering bioactive compounds from marine sources, emphasizing their role in evaluating safety and efficacy during pharmaceutical, food supplement, and cosmetic development.
May 2023 in “Endocrine, metabolic & immune disorders” This review describes the diverse pharmacological and phytochemical properties of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, noting its wide range of traditional medicinal uses and safety at higher extract doses.
January 2023 in “Burns & Trauma” This study introduced a volar skin excisional wound model that closely mirrors human wound healing and supports evaluation of skin regeneration with multiple appendages and innervation.
This case report describes folliculitis as a rare side effect in a 37-year-old woman using acitretin for pustular psoriasis, suggesting it should be considered in differential diagnoses for similar eruptions.
January 1977 in “Case Reports in Medicine” This article discusses ovarian steroid cell tumors, which can produce testosterone and manifest symptoms like hirsutism, emphasizing surgery as the primary treatment, but reports no new clinical findings.
January 2019 in “Arabian Journal of Chemistry” This study developed and validated an HPLC method to quantify impurities in finasteride, demonstrating its suitability for quality assurance of the drug and its related substances.
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December 2015 in “The Journal of Cell Biology” In this study, researchers found that the absence of type I or type II keratins in mice leads to severe skin barrier defects, highlighting keratins' crucial role in epidermal structure and function.