research Mechanism-Based Inhibition of Human Steroid 5α-Reductase by Finasteride: Enzyme-Catalyzed Formation of NADP-Dihydrofinasteride, a Potent Bisubstrate Analog Inhibitor
Finasteride effectively blocks enzyme causing male pattern baldness.
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research Macrophages Regulate Schwann Cell Maturation After Nerve Injury
Macrophages help heal nerves by aiding the maturation of Schwann cells and are important for nerve repair.
research Polysaccharides from Traditional Chinese Medicines: Extraction, Purification, Modification, and Biological Activity
Substances from Chinese medicines show promise for immune support and disease prevention, but the way they are processed affects their effectiveness.
research Neurosteroidogenesis Today: Novel Targets for Neuroactive Steroid Synthesis and Action and Their Relevance for Translational Research
New targets for making and using brain-synthesized steroids could lead to better treatments for brain disorders and alcoholism.
research Potassium Channel Openers: Pharmacological and Clinical Aspects
Potassium channel openers could help treat cardiovascular diseases and asthma but require better targeting to specific tissues for effective use.
research MIM and Cortactin Antagonism Regulates Ciliogenesis and Hedgehog Signaling
MIM is crucial for hair follicle formation and regeneration by controlling cilia formation and hedgehog signaling through its interaction with Cortactin and Src.
research Lignans and Neolignans: Plant Secondary Metabolites as a Reservoir of Biologically Active Substances
Lignans and neolignans from plants may help protect against various health issues, including cancer and heart disease.
research 2-Substituted 4-(Thio)chromenone 6-O-Sulfamates: Potent Inhibitors of Human Steroid Sulfatase
New compounds were made that block an enzyme linked to breast cancer better than existing treatments.
research Overexpression of Smad7 Results in Severe Pathological Alterations in Multiple Epithelial Tissues
Too much Smad7 can cause serious changes in skin tissues, including problems with hair growth, thymus shrinkage, and eye development issues.
research Preventing the Development of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome After Surgery
Preoperative pain assessment, regional anesthesia, and vitamin C can help prevent CRPS after surgery.
research Human Epithelial Hair Follicle Stem Cells and Their Progeny: Current State of Knowledge, the Widening Gap in Translational Research and Future Challenges
We need more research to better understand human hair follicle stem cells for improved treatments for hair loss and skin cancer.
research Convergent Genesis of an Adult Neural Crest-Like Dermal Stem Cell from Distinct Developmental Origins
Skin-derived precursors in hair follicles come from different origins but function similarly.
research Clinical Use of a Protein-Sparing Modified Fast
The Protein-Sparing Modified Fast is effective for rapid weight loss and maintaining it, but requires medical supervision and can have side effects.
research Maternal PPARγ Protects Nursing Neonates by Suppressing the Production of Inflammatory Milk
A mother's PPARγ is crucial for preventing harmful milk that can cause inflammation and growth problems in babies.
research Genetic Ablation of the CDP/Cux Protein C Terminus Results in Hair Cycle Defects and Reduced Male Fertility
Mutant CDP/Cux protein causes hair defects and reduced male fertility in mice.
research Elemental Hair Analysis: A Review of Procedures and Applications
Hair elemental analysis could be useful for health and exposure assessment but requires more standardization and research.
research Cloning of Wrinkle-Free, a Previously Uncharacterized Mouse Mutation, Reveals Crucial Roles for Fatty Acid Transport Protein 4 in Skin and Hair Development
Fatty acid transport protein 4 is essential for skin and hair development.
research Synthesis and Structure–Activity Relationships of the First Ferrocenyl-Aryl-Hydantoin Derivatives of the Nonsteroidal Antiandrogen Nilutamide
Scientists made the first metal-based compounds from a nonsteroidal antiandrogen drug, which showed potential in fighting both hormone-dependent and independent prostate cancer cells.
research Regulation of Hair Follicle Development by Exosomes Derived from Dermal Papilla Cells
Exosomes from dermal papilla cells can help grow hair and might treat hair loss.
research Antioxidants in Dermatology
Antioxidants can benefit skin health but should be used carefully to avoid negative effects.
research Production of Mannosylerythritol Lipids and Their Application in Cosmetics
Mannosylerythritol lipids are good for skin and hair care products.
research Eating Disorders: Progress and Challenges
Despite progress, better treatments and understanding are needed for the high rates of long-term issues and deaths linked to eating disorders.
research Procyanidin Oligomers Selectively and Intensively Promote Proliferation of Mouse Hair Epithelial Cells In Vitro and Activate Hair Follicle Growth In Vivo
Procyanidin compounds from grape seeds were found to significantly increase mouse hair growth.
research SHISA6 Confers Resistance to Differentiation-Promoting Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling in Mouse Spermatogenic Stem Cells
SHISA6 helps maintain certain stem cells in mouse testes by blocking signals that would otherwise cause them to differentiate.
research N-Terminal Functional Domain of Gasdermin A3 Regulates Mitochondrial Homeostasis via Mitochondrial Targeting
Mutations in Gasdermin A3 cause skin inflammation and hair loss by disrupting mitochondria.
research Degradation Of Human Hair By Papain
Papain and bisulfite break down human hair by dissolving parts of it.
research Reversing Wrinkled Skin and Hair Loss in Mice by Restoring Mitochondrial Function
Restoring mitochondrial function in mice reversed their skin wrinkling and hair loss.
research Repurposing of Approved Cardiovascular Drugs
Some heart drugs show promise for other conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
research Ovarian Leukocyte Distribution and Cytokine/Chemokine mRNA Expression in Follicular Fluid Cells in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS have fewer activated T cells in their ovarian follicles, which might affect fertility.
research Identifying Novel Strategies for Treating Human Hair Loss Disorders: Cyclosporine A Suppresses the Wnt Inhibitor, SFRP1, in the Dermal Papilla of Human Scalp Hair Follicles
Cyclosporine A may help treat hair loss by blocking a protein that inhibits hair growth.