August 2026 in “Materials Technology” This study developed a multifunctional TA-MoS2-SF hydrogel for diabetic ulcer treatment, demonstrating enhanced photothermal bactericidal effects, immune environment remodeling, and fibroblast proliferation, suggesting it may serve as an effective 'antibacterial-immunomodulatory-repair' strategy.
February 2026 in “European Journal of Pharmacology” In this study, teicoplanin significantly improved hair regrowth and follicle size in mice with dihydrotestosterone-induced androgenetic alopecia, suggesting its potential as a treatment option for hair loss due to its ability to enhance cell proliferation and decrease androgen receptor protein levels.
October 2025 in “Burns & Trauma” This review highlights recent advancements in engineered probiotics for wound healing, reporting that genetically engineered strains of Lactobacillus reuteri and Lactococcus cremoris have shown promise in promoting faster wound healing in pre-clinical and clinical settings, particularly for diabetic foot ulcers.
May 2026 in “Rowan Digitals Works (Rowan University)” This research review identified improved outcomes in acne treatment when oral probiotics or topical probiotic-derived formulations were added to standard therapies, with probiotics reducing acne severity and enhancing safety and tolerability compared to treatments such as 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide and Doxycycline.
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January 2017 in “Chalmers Publication Library (Chalmers University of Technology)” In this study, cubosome and hexosome carriers with antimicrobial peptides showed varied efficacy, with cubosomes protecting peptides from degradation and enhancing bactericidal effects in some cases, while hexosomes lacked antimicrobial activity.
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February 1981 in “Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine” A three-year-old girl survived a rare serious infection caused by BCG vaccination, which improved after treatment with a leprosy drug.
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June 2017 in “Expert opinion on investigational drugs” This review discusses ongoing and past trials for novel acne treatments, focusing on topical agents with potential sebosuppressive, antimicrobial, or anti-inflammatory effects, without reporting new clinical results.
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January 1985 in “British Journal of Dermatology” In this study, a low concentration zinc sulphate solution was investigated for managing recurrent herpes simplex infections, but no new clinical results were reported.
January 1997 in “Medical Journal Armed Forces India” This study found that RADA-PRG hydrogels enhanced skin-derived precursor cell proliferation and improved hair follicle neogenesis in mice, suggesting potential use as a scaffold material in tissue engineering.
5 citations
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July 2018 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine” This study observed that S.epidermidis was more prevalent in normal skin, whereas P.acne was more common in acne lesions among Egyptian patients; antibiotic treatments may not be the most effective for acne, highlighting alternative therapies like retinoids or lasers.
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January 2022 in “Contrast Media & Molecular Imaging” Levofloxacin and metronidazole reduce inflammation and speed up healing in gingival wounds.
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December 2020 in “International journal of research - granthaalayah” This study found that tetracycline can adhere to hair follicle structures and disrupt cell metabolism, potentially damaging healthy human cells as well as pathogens.
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April 2015 in “Transboundary and Emerging Diseases” This report describes an outbreak of catheter-related infections by ESBL-producing E. coli in calves at an animal teaching hospital, highlighting the risk of these strains becoming nosocomial and increasing mortality and antibiotic use.
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December 2012 in “European journal of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics” This study suggests that using particle-bound antiseptics may provide more effective and longer-lasting skin antisepsis compared to their non-particulate forms.
September 2021 in “Crop research/Crop Research” This study reported that a biotin-rich nutrition bar stored in aluminum foil packaging showed reduced bacterial growth and remained edible for 30 days compared to other packaging materials.
June 2014 in “Zagazig Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences/Zagazig Journal of Pharmaceutical Science” This study reports that using ascorbic acid or orlistat can significantly inhibit the metabolism of testosterone esters into malodorous metabolites by axillary bacteria, suggesting potential new deodorant applications.
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November 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents” The document concludes that research on sulfatase inhibitors should continue due to their potential in treating various diseases, despite some clinical trial failures.
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May 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This study reviewed the role of probiotics in dermatological disorders and suggests they may help treat or prevent inflammatory skin conditions by modulating the microbiota, potentially reducing the need for steroids and antibiotics, though further research is needed to confirm efficacy and safety.
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February 2022 in “Advanced Science” This study demonstrated that incorporating PDA@Ag nanoparticles into a cationic guar gum hydrogel significantly enhanced photothermal conversion efficiency, achieving superior antibacterial efficacy both in vitro and in vivo, advancing the potential of PDA as a photothermal antibacterial agent.
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January 2005 in “Journal of Long-Term Effects of Medical Implants” This article reviews the clinical characteristics and treatment options for various common bacterial skin infections but presents no new clinical results.
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November 2020 in “UMM Institutional Repository (University of Maine at Machias)” In this true experimental study, researchers assessed the antibacterial effect of white jasmine leaf extract against Propionibacterium acnes and found varying inhibition zone diameters, with 500 µg/mL achieving up to 10.95 mm, though less effective than clindamycin, which reached 28.55 mm.
August 2026 in “Cosmetics” This review assessed dermo-cosmetic treatments using prebiotics, probiotics, synbiotics, and other biotics for acne and scalp disorders, finding potential benefits, especially with multi-strain or synbiotic formulations, although challenges like formulation stability and the need for larger trials persist.
9 citations
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June 2022 in “Composites. Part B, Engineering” In this study, a novel silver nanowires/collagen I/bacterial cellulose dressing demonstrated strong antibacterial activity and enhanced wound healing capabilities, while showing improved cytocompatibility and mechanical properties compared to traditional silver nanowire-based dressings.
August 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study identified three Ayurvedic compounds that may serve as potential treatments against the macrolide-resistant enzyme murE of *Tropheryma whipplei*, addressing challenges in treating Whipple disease.
2 citations
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April 2023 in “Pharmacognosy Journal” This study found that bio fabricated herbal silver nanoparticles from Blumea lacera extracts demonstrated significant antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, and notable anti-inflammatory effects, though their antioxidant capacity was insignificant compared to the extract.
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October 2013 in “Chemistry Central Journal” This study found that microbial transformation of dihydrotestosterone with two types of fungi produced eight metabolites, among which metabolites 5–7 were significant inhibitors of butyrylcholinesterase, suggesting potential in Alzheimer's disease management.
June 2025 in “Indian Journal of Veterinary Medicine” In this case report, a persistent skin infection in a Bullykutta dog was resolved with a 10-day treatment regimen of Sulphamethoxazole, trimethoprim, omega fatty acids, and topical therapy after previous treatments failed.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that epidermal growth factor receptor and mitogen activated protein kinase inhibitors down-regulate PD-L1 expression in human hair follicles, which may contribute to sterile folliculitis in treated patients.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Staphylococcus epidermidis affects hair growth and metabolism, suggesting it could help manage hair growth issues.
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November 2024 in “Scientific Reports” This study developed electrospun nanofibers containing mupirocin for wound treatment, reporting enhanced antibacterial activity, high water absorption, and accelerated wound healing in a rat model, suggesting potential use for severe skin injuries at risk of infection.