15 citations
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June 2016 in “Computers in Biology and Medicine” This study's simulation found that Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate penetrates more efficiently through the skin's stratum corneum than via the infundibulum, following different pathways and dynamics in each membrane.
12 citations
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November 2024 in “Plants” This study found that the phytosterols β-sitosterol, stigmasterol, and campesterol have low-to-negligible inhibitory activity against steroidal 5α-reductase type 2 compared to the synthetic inhibitor dutasteride, with β-sitosterol showing the highest activity among the tested phytosterols.
12 citations
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March 2023 in “Processes” In this study, extracts from Chenopodium quinoa, Glycine max, and Malpighia emarginata demonstrated stability, low toxicity, and effective cleaning potential as surfactants in shampoo formulations, showing performance similar to or better than commercial shampoos in terms of surface and interfacial tension and sebum removal.
12 citations
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January 2022 in “International Journal of Clinical Practice” This study found that women with PCOS, especially those who are obese, showed higher oxidative stress and decreased antioxidant levels, correlating with metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease risk factors.
11 citations
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November 2023 in “Journal of Functional Biomaterials” This study investigated nanocomposite scaffolds made from alginate, chitosan, and graphene oxide to promote the proliferation of spermatogonial stem cells, finding the ALGCS/GO30 scaffold to be particularly effective due to increased proliferation markers and PLZF protein expression compared to controls.
10 citations
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February 2021 in “Pharmaceutics” In this study, the novel fatty acid-conjugated tetrapeptide Palmitoyl-GDPH enhanced wound healing in rats by improving re-epithelialization and collagen deposition with minimal toxicity observed at the used dosage.
9 citations
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September 2022 in “Pharmaceutics” This study found that porcine-placenta-extract-loaded nanoformulated serum improved skin hydration and promoted hair growth, as well as reduced intracellular ROS and inflammation without cytotoxicity in human subjects.
9 citations
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January 2021 in “Mediators of Inflammation” In this study, 15d-PGJ2 administered in a topical cream inhibited oxidative and inflammatory skin changes caused by UVB radiation in hairless mice, suggesting it as a promising treatment approach.
9 citations
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February 2024 in “mBio” This study found that biliverdin beta and delta, metabolites of heme, play a critical role in Pseudomonas aeruginosa iron acquisition and cooperative behaviors, which are crucial for the bacterium's long-term infection in cystic fibrosis patients, suggesting potential targets for new therapies.
9 citations
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September 2023 in “Viruses” In this study, researchers in Southeastern Wisconsin characterized circulating SARS-CoV-2 lineages, notably identifying the dominance of Omicron variants, including sublineages XBB.1.5, XBB.1.16, and XBB.1.9.1, which exhibit mutations aiding viral transmission and immune evasion. This genetic analysis supports public health efforts in monitoring evolving virus strains.
9 citations
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October 2017 in “Frontiers in plant science” This study found that the peach gene CTG134 mediates auxin-ethylene crosstalk, affecting root hair growth and hormone-regulated processes in plants.
8 citations
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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.
8 citations
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March 2023 in “Polymers” This study suggests that a chitosan-coated omeprazole-loaded nanoemulgel formulation may effectively treat certain skin infections due to its demonstrated antimicrobial properties and enhanced antibacterial activity.
7 citations
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July 2024 in “Animals” In this study, the researchers observed that higher expression of the Sonic hedgehog gene in cashmere goats' hair follicle cycles is associated with increased cell proliferation and reduced apoptosis, suggesting its role in enhancing cashmere quality.
7 citations
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July 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” In this study, human nucleus pulposus cells treated with hyaluronic acid showed increased proliferation and reduced oxidative stress compared to those treated with EDTA-PBS, suggesting a potential role for hyaluronic acid in enhancing intervertebral disc therapy.
7 citations
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August 2022 in “Experimental dermatology” This review discusses the role of YAP/TAZ proteins in skin cancer physiology and tumorigenesis, and the potential of targeting these proteins in skin cancer treatments, but presents no new experimental findings.
7 citations
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December 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” In this study, researchers developed a new method for producing dissolving microneedle array patches containing mesoporous silica nanoparticles, successfully confirming nanoparticle deposition and release in both ex vivo and in vivo models.
7 citations
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October 2019 in “Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology” This study found that pretreatment with KP-Cryst fusion proteins effectively protected Asian and Caucasian virgin hair from thermal damage by maintaining higher water content and preventing structural changes during heat application.
7 citations
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January 2019 in “Journal of clinical medicine research” This study found that menopausal status and hormone therapy significantly affect the histology and gene expression of the introitus, with post-menopausal women showing notable tissue remodeling associated with vaginal atrophy.
7 citations
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November 2016 in “Oncotarget” This study found that Lgr6+ stem cells in mice are not major initiators of UV- or chemically induced skin tumors.
6 citations
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August 2024 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This study reviewed the use of 3D printing and bioprinting for tympanic membrane repair, comparing them with traditional materials and noting their clinical significance, while highlighting the need for further analysis of bio-ink selection strategies involving biopolymers, cells, and drugs.
6 citations
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February 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” This study found that echogenic liposomes improved the delivery and penetration of CRISPR/Cas9 genetic materials into cardiomyocytes, both in vitro and in vivo, especially when combined with ultrasound, highlighting a promising strategy for cardiovascular gene therapy.
6 citations
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July 2023 in “Diabetology” This study in an animal model found that Rigenera® technology's use of autologous micrografts improved wound healing in diabetic rats by increasing factors like VEGF-A, IL4, and IL10 while reducing TNF-α and oxidative stress.
6 citations
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June 2023 in “American Society of Clinical Oncology Educational Book” This review highlights emerging strategies to manage chemotherapy side effects like nausea, neuropathy, and alopecia, noting that scalp cooling has been effective for reducing hair loss, while cryotherapy and cannabis show promise but need further study for side effect management.
6 citations
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March 2024 in “Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal” This study found that a nano-cubosome formulation co-loaded with capsaicin and thiocolchicoside enhanced bioavailability and showed promising analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects in rats, potentially benefiting gout management through improved transdermal delivery.
6 citations
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October 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” This study found that the extract of Eclipta prostrata L. demonstrated high antioxidant and anti-acetylcholinesterase activities, moderate inhibition of enzymes linked to diabetes, and favorable ADMET properties, suggesting potential cognitive and diabetes management benefits.
5 citations
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April 2024 in “ACS Chemical Neuroscience” This study developed and validated a highly sensitive method using ultrahigh-performance liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry for accurately analyzing nine neuroactive steroids in human serum, which could enhance understanding of disease pathophysiology and support new biomarker and therapeutic discovery.
5 citations
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May 2023 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” This study used single-cell techniques and lineage tracing to reveal that integrin α6 expression in neural crest cells can differentiate them into Schwann cells, melanocytes, and fibroblasts in skin, identifying integrin α6 as a potential marker for these derivatives.
5 citations
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April 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” This study found that cubosomes combined with dissolving microneedles enhanced transdermal penetration and hair growth efficacy of beta-sitosterol for treating alopecia.
4 citations
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January 2025 in “Pharmaceutics” This study found that spanlastic gel loaded with thymoquinone and ascorbic acid improved skin deposition and tyrosinase inhibition, suggesting potential as a treatment for hyperpigmentation.