April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study demonstrates that human epidermal stem cells can adapt to environmental temperature changes through mTOR signaling, and prolonged inhibition of mTORC1 supports stem cell maintenance, which may be vital for regenerative medicine.
June 2023 in “Clinical Chemistry” This case report uncovered that hidden dexamethasone in a dietary supplement caused misleading Cushingoid symptoms and lab results, underscoring the risk of undisclosed ingredients in supplements.
July 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study indicates that MPZL3 negatively regulates sebaceous gland size in mice by controlling sebocyte proliferation, with implications for disorders like acne and psoriasis.
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June 2021 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” This study found that polymeric micelle nanocarriers delivered pharmacologically relevant amounts of spironolactone to the epidermis and upper dermis, with higher delivery to pilosebaceous units, suggesting potential for treating glucocorticoid-induced impaired wound healing and pilosebaceous androgen-related skin diseases.
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August 2013 in “Experimental Dermatology” This study found that Hairless (HR) and putrescine form a negative regulatory network that impacts epidermal homeostasis and hair follicle cycling, linked to the MYC superfamily's regulation of ODC expression.
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June 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” This study found that using elastic nano-liposomes to deliver palmitoylethanolamide improved its transdermal delivery and enhanced its skincare effects, with minimal cytotoxicity and no allergic reactions observed.
May 2022 in “Gastroenterology” This study investigated the possible role of neutrophil extracellular traps in contributing to fibrosis in stenotic Crohn's disease.
This study found that inhibiting AP-1 transcription factors in mice causes squamous tumors to transform into sebaceous tumors and regulates tumor cell lineage.
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May 2015 in “European journal of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics” This study found that the pH-sensitive hydrogel HECHA13, containing isoliquiritigenin, effectively inhibited the growth of Propionibacterium acnes and showed promise for transdermal delivery in acne treatment.
March 2025 in “Scientific Reports” This study evaluated a menthol-based microemulsion for transdermal delivery of finasteride and silodosin, finding that it enhanced skin permeation and flux compared to aqueous solutions, suggesting a promising method for managing benign prostatic hyperplasia.
November 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This clinical case report identifies xanthomatous hypophysitis in a male patient, highlighting the mismatch between clinical symptoms and MRI findings, which led to a pituitary biopsy and accurate diagnosis instead of unnecessary surgery.
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February 2013 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” This study identifies specific molecular components involved in the intracellular trafficking of LGR5, revealing mechanisms that differ from typical GPCR recycling processes.
This study observed that melatonin treatment reduced cellular damage and apoptosis in the intestinal epithelium of rats with acute necrotizing pancreatitis compared to untreated rats.
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May 2018 in “Endocrine” This study found that only eumenorrheic polycystic ovary syndrome patients showed a temporal coupling between kisspeptin and luteinizing hormone pulsatile secretions.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Applying pseudoceramide improved skin and hair health.
August 2026 in “ACS Applied Bio Materials” This study found that exosome-like nanoparticles derived from leeks promoted hair follicle stem cell proliferation and migration, enhanced antioxidant capacities, reduced inflammation, and inhibited hair maturation in rats by altering differentiation pathways, suggesting potential therapeutic benefits for managing hirsutism.
January 2026 in “Journal of Biomedical Research” This review discusses the potential of small extracellular vesicles (sEVs) as next-generation therapeutics, noting their ability to overcome biological barriers and modulate cellular environments for various diseases.
November 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that valproic acid-loaded microemulsion formulations enhanced skin penetration pathways in guinea pigs compared to an aqueous solution, with composition elements like oil content and surfactant ratios significantly affecting drug delivery performance.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study developed an Asian human sebocyte cell line from breast skin tissue that can be used for sebaceous gland biology investigations, showing that Y27632 may promote cell growth through EGFR-CRAF-MEK-ERK and AKT pathways.
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September 2006 in “Journal of Neurophysiology” In this study, researchers found that after reducing GABAergic inhibition in rats' auditory midbrain, the brain quickly compensates by increasing local neurosteroid synthesis to maintain balance in neural circuits.
July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 50 citations
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January 1941 in “Annals of Internal Medicine” Idiopathic hypoparathyroidism is rare and can be managed with dihydrotachysterol.
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April 2025 in “Scientific Reports” This study developed a culture method to expand and differentiate primary mammary basal cells, identifying key transcription factors like EGR1 and ELF3 that influence Claudin expression and actin organization, offering insights into epithelial cell biology and potential applications in related research fields.
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January 2014 in “PLOS ONE” This study demonstrated that metabolomics could identify persistent biomarkers distinguishing between heavy ion and γ radiation exposures, offering a potential tool for assessing long-term radiation risk for intestinal pathologies.
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January 2016 in “Cellular Physiology and Biochemistry” This study found that the extract of Bidens pilosa L. improved dry eye symptoms associated with androgen deficiency in rats by enhancing tear production, stabilizing the tear film, and reducing lacrimal gland inflammation.
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October 2022 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” This study found that during the COVID-19 pandemic, upper gastrointestinal bleeding cases in Romania were more severe and required rapid and progressive treatment approaches to achieve optimal outcomes.
April 2025 in “Cermin Dunia Kedokteran” This review discusses the challenges in diagnosing and managing gastroesophageal reflux in children, particularly in primary care settings, emphasizing the need for appropriate treatment and referral when necessary.
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December 2016 in “Medical Hypotheses” This research suggests that the enzyme Phospholipase D from E. coli is a strong candidate as the underlying cause of benign prostatic hyperplasia, potentially mediated by its conversion to lysophosphatidic acid in the prostate.
In this retrospective case series, therapeutic responses to immunomodulatory and incretin-based therapies for Dercum's disease showed considerable individual variation, suggesting these treatments might be exploratory options when surgery isn't feasible, though further controlled studies are needed for definitive conclusions.
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July 2009 in “Journal of dermatology” This case report describes a 29-year-old Japanese man with follicular mucinosis, suggesting nestin-positive, multipotent hair follicle stem cells may be involved in reticular epithelial degeneration of the outer root sheath.