23 citations,
May 2020 in “Cell Death and Disease” Blocking the FGF5 gene in sheep leads to more fine wool and active hair follicles due to changes in certain cell signaling pathways.
23 citations,
May 2019 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents” New androgen receptor modulators show promise for treating diseases like prostate cancer and muscle wasting.
22 citations,
November 2011 in “Journal of Analytical Toxicology” Scientists have developed a new method to detect steroid abuse in athletes using cell-based tests, which could be the future of anti-doping methods.
20 citations,
September 2005 in “Endocrinology” Certain changes to the B-ring of androgen receptor ligands can increase their effectiveness for potential treatments of muscle and bone conditions.
20 citations,
August 2005 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” The protein ARA70/ELE1 is involved in male pattern baldness, and lower levels of its short form may lead to hair thinning.
17 citations,
August 2007 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” A compound made by Pfizer can potentially stimulate hair growth and reduce oil production, making it a good candidate for topical use.
16 citations,
March 2011 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Women with greater androgen sensitivity respond better to finasteride for hair loss.
14 citations,
August 2007 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” The compound (1R,2S)-4-(2-Cyano-cyclohexyl-oxy)-2-trifluoromethyl-benzonitrile can stimulate hair growth and reduce oil production when applied topically.
11 citations,
July 2015 in “Gene” DHT affects bone growth by altering gene activity in osteoblasts, potentially complicating steroid use.
11 citations,
August 2009 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Discovery” We need better ways to test and understand SARMs to make safer and more effective treatments.
9 citations,
September 2014 in “Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention” Certain genetic variants in the androgen receptor are linked to higher PSA levels, potentially affecting prostate cancer screening outcomes.
9 citations,
March 2009 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology” Certain gene variations are linked to better memory in healthy Chinese women.
6 citations,
January 2010 in “Neoplasma” Certain gene patterns in breast cancer are linked to how active hormone receptors are and could affect patient survival.
5 citations,
July 2003 in “Drug Development Research” Fluridil promotes hair growth safely and effectively for androgenetic alopecia.
2 citations,
November 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” Different substances that activate or block the androgen receptor can affect male development and treat conditions like prostate cancer.
2 citations,
July 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” No clear link between specific gene and hair loss in Mexican brothers.
1 citations,
January 2013 in “MedChemComm” PF-05314882 selectively activates androgen receptors without much effect on prostate and may help in prostate cancer treatment and hair loss prevention.
March 2011 in “European Urology Supplements” Gene variation affects prostate issues and hair loss.
January 2009 in “Egyptian Journal of Medical Human Genetics” The study suggests that a specific gene variation and higher gene activity are linked to increased baldness in Egyptian men.
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December 2020 in “Cell Stem Cell” Male hormones affect COVID-19 severity and certain drugs targeting these hormones could help reduce the risk.
18 citations,
January 2001 in “Annual Reports in Medicinal Chemistry” Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators (SARMs) are drugs that can control the effects of androgens in different tissues, potentially having fewer side effects and promising for treating various conditions.
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March 2015 in “PloS one” Scientists restored fertility in male mice lacking a key fertility gene by using a modified gene.
24 citations,
April 2014 in “Oncotarget” Minoxidil can reduce functions related to androgen receptors.
18 citations,
February 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” PGD2 increases androgen receptor activity in hair cells, which could be targeted to treat hair loss.
15 citations,
August 2010 in “Fertility and sterility” Metformin works better for adolescent girls with PCOS who have certain genetic variations.
5 citations,
June 2022 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Research from 2011 to 2020 shows androgen receptors could be key for prognosis and treatment in certain breast cancers.
4 citations,
August 2022 in “The Scientific World Journal” Merremia peltata leaf extract, particularly the bufotalinin compound, shows potential for treating hair loss.
3 citations,
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1 citations,
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