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July 2004 in “American Journal of Pathology” Stress increases a factor in mice that leads to hair loss, and blocking this factor may prevent it.
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April 2010 in “ACS Nano” C60 fullerenes can alter protein function and may help develop new disease inhibitors.
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July 2020 in “ACS Nano” Using CRISPR for gene editing in the body is promising but needs better delivery methods to be more efficient and specific.
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March 2013 in “Human Reproduction Update” Products should be called 'sperm-safe' only after thorough, well-designed tests.
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August 2014 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” The research suggests that the global distribution of PCOS is likely due to historical human migration and that genes affecting PCOS may have different impacts on males and females.
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June 2009 in “Biomaterials” Skin cell clumping for hair growth is improved by a protein called fibronectin, which helps cells stick and move better.
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August 2017 in “Human Reproduction” Women with polycystic ovary syndrome tend to have a longer distance between the clitoris and anus.
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May 2020 in “Progress in Organic Coatings” Castor oil-based polyurethanes are promising for making safe, strong-performing, eco-friendly hair-styling products.
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April 2017 in “Oncology Reports” The hair keratin gene KRT81 is found in both normal and breast cancer cells and helps them invade surrounding tissues.
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September 2019 in “Nanomaterials” A portable device can create nanofibers to improve the appearance of thinning hair better than commercial products.
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July 2006 in “Physiology & Behavior” Finasteride slows down motherly behavior in first-time pregnant rats.
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August 2019 in “Cell Proliferation” Keratinocytes help keep hair follicle cells and skin cells separate in 3D cultures, which is important for hair growth research.
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April 2015 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Using a fractional laser can stimulate hair growth, but the intensity and duration of inflammation are crucial. Too much can cause ulcers and scarring. Lower beam energy and fewer treatments are recommended to avoid damage.
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November 2020 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Mushroom-based scaffolds help heal skin wounds and regrow hair.
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November 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” PRP therapy safely improves hair growth in people with hair loss.
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April 2011 in “Cell Proliferation” Scientists can grow human hair follicle stem cells in a lab without changing their nature, which could help treat hair loss.
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March 2013 in “Cancer Causes & Control” Early balding, especially frontal, increases prostate cancer risk; more research needed.
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December 2010 in “The Journal of Urology” Taking oral testosterone with or without dutasteride increases testosterone levels and could be an effective treatment for low testosterone.
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June 2003 in “Veterinary dermatology” Boxer dogs may have a genetic skin condition that worsens seasonally and can be treated with certain medications.
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January 2017 in “Journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Nutrition” Higher vitamin D levels are linked to higher iron levels in Korean women without metabolic syndrome, but not in those with it.
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April 2013 in “Journal of Cellular Biochemistry” CD61 is important for mouse tooth cell growth and works through Lgr5.
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