5 citations
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August 2021 in “Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine” This study found that the population of Smilax aristolochiifolia in the Poblano Totonacapan region of Mexico has decreased over the past 50 years, mainly due to land-use changes and herbicide use.
This study found that while Smilax aristolochiifolia continues to hold socio-economic importance within the Totonac culture in Puebla, low abundance and land use changes pose challenges to its conservation.
38 citations
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November 2000 in “Hastings Center Report” This paper argues that both the modern biomedical model and existing supplementary frameworks fail to adequately capture the complexities of empathy and healing within the context of postmodern thinking.
December 2025 in “Therya notes” In this study, researchers documented the first instance of alopecia in bats within the Puebla region, specifically affecting two Artibeus jamaicensis and one Choeronycteris mexicana, possibly linked to environmental stress from human activities interfering with their nutrition.
September 2016 in “Princeton University Press eBooks” The document concludes that understanding health requires considering evolutionary perspectives on reproductive fitness, and recognizing the complexity of factors like diet, testosterone, and sexual orientation.
13 citations
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April 2017 in “Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine” This review discusses traditional and complementary medicine practices for skin health, examining existing literature and emphasizing the challenge of conducting research in these areas, without providing new clinical results.
4 citations
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June 2025 in “Molecules” This review evaluates traditional uses, phytochemical profiles, and pharmacological activities of Mediterranean Erica species, revealing the wide range of bioactive compounds and highlighting their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial activities. Further studies are suggested to fully understand their medicinal potential.
This abstract recounts the unusual encounter between an English engineer and Maung Po Set, a Burmese man with a rare pattern of hair growth, on a steamer in 1886, illustrating a cultural exchange made possible by Maung Po Set's rapid acquisition of English.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Plant & Soil Science” This narrative review examines the traditional uses and pharmacological properties of Eclipta alba, emphasizing its potential benefits like hepatoprotective and hair growth-promoting effects, but highlights the need for more clinical validation and a focus on preserving traditional knowledge.
This review discusses the biology and markers of bladder and prostate cancers while highlighting ongoing trials for chemoprevention interventions, including vitamins and drugs like finasteride and oltipraz, but reports no new clinical results.
10 citations
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August 2018 in “Journal of applied ecology” This article reviews various factors affecting grizzly bear conservation, highlighting complex interdisciplinary challenges and societal influences on management decisions, and reports no new research findings.
147 citations
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November 2021 in “Environmental Science and Pollution Research” This review discusses the growth potential and business opportunities in biocosmetics, emphasizing the replacement of fossil-based ingredients with bio-based alternatives, but reports no new experimental findings.
The study focused on the identification and cultivation of somatic cells from feather follicles as a source for a biological resource bank for wild bird species. The research aimed to establish a method for preserving genetic material from these species, which could be crucial for conservation efforts. By successfully isolating and cultivating these cells, the study provided a potential tool for maintaining biodiversity and supporting the conservation of avian species. This approach offered a novel way to create a repository of genetic resources that could be used for future research and conservation initiatives.
December 2025 in “JAAD reviews.” This research discussed the historical use of plants as dermatologic remedies and how some botanicals independently gained recognition for their medicinal properties across cultures, contributing to the field of pharmacognosy and modern skincare.
This review discusses hormonal systems in the skin, such as the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal and hypothalamic-pituitary-thyroid axes, and reports no new clinical results.
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September 2009 in “Regenerative Medicine” This article provides an overview of bioaesthetics in regenerative medicine, emphasizing the need for rigorous scientific validation for safety and effectiveness without introducing new research results.
2 citations
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November 2012 in “Archimer (Ifremer)” This study found that progression ads are more persuasive for individuals with a weak fresh start mindset, whereas before/after ads are more effective for those with a strong fresh start mindset.
January 2008 in “Asian-Australasian Journal of Animal Sciences” In this study, red deer antler extract was found to promote hair growth and increase IGF-I expression in a rat wound healing model.
May 2025 in “Ecology and Evolution” This study reports the draft genome sequence of the endangered Indus River dolphin and suggests potential genetic adaptations to freshwater environments, including specialized skin features and immune adaptations, while also highlighting historical and human-induced factors contributing to its low genetic diversity.
5 citations
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December 2022 in “Research in Biotechnology and Environmental Science” This bibliometric review analyzes trends in published research on ocean pollution biodegradation and bioremediation over time, reporting a notable growth in related publications from 2010 to 2022.
12 citations
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January 2024 in “Editora In Vivo eBooks” This case report from the study describes a dog suffering from dermatophytosis caused by Microsporum canis, presenting with alopecia on the neck and ear, illustrating the zoonotic risk of these fungal infections in both animals and humans, particularly in hot and humid climates.
72 citations
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July 2022 in “Frontiers in Systems Biology” This review provides a comprehensive guide to the human microbiome and reports no new experimental results; it highlights the impact of modern lifestyles on microbial homeostasis and the necessity of conservation efforts.
35 citations
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November 2021 in “Environmental Health” This commentary discusses how environmental epidemiology has largely neglected the impact of racism on health outcomes, suggesting various solutions to better integrate these considerations into research.
January 2024 in “Biotechnology advances” This review highlights the importance of selecting high-quality bioassays in discovering bioactive compounds from marine sources, emphasizing their role in evaluating safety and efficacy during pharmaceutical, food supplement, and cosmetic development.
14 citations
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June 2021 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This article discusses the BIOMAP consortium's efforts in standardizing data for atopic dermatitis and psoriasis research to facilitate personalized medicine, but it presents no new research findings.
4 citations
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January 2019 in “International journal of bioorganic chemistry” This study documented 64 medicinal plants used by local communities in Charmang, Pakistan, highlighting their potential significance for traditional medicine and future research on plant-derived therapies.
6 citations
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January 2006 This study suggests that dermal adipocytes play a significant role in skin aging, particularly through the process of adipocyte-myofibroblast transition, highlighting them as potential targets to combat aging in chronically photo-damaged skin.
August 2026 in “ChemRxiv” This review explores the convergence of functional biomaterials, biosensing, and AI technologies in bioengineering, highlighting applications in cancer modeling and regenerative medicine, while addressing challenges like biofouling and dataset integration.
December 2025 in “JURNAL PIJAR MIPA” This study explored the Belanger tradition, a Sasak hair-cleansing ritual using natural ingredients, and concluded that it combines cultural heritage with sustainable practices and scientifically supported benefits.
March 2021 in “The British Journal of Psychiatry” The abstract for this research is not provided, so results or conclusions from this study are not available.