103 citations,
November 2014 in “Journal of Cell Biology” MicroRNA-214 is important for skin and hair growth because it affects the Wnt pathway.
81 citations,
January 2006 in “Journal of cellular physiology” Mice without the vitamin D receptor gene lose hair due to disrupted hair follicle cycles.
75 citations,
January 2014 in “Archiv Der Pharmazie” Jasmonic acid and its derivatives play important roles in plant health and have potential uses in medicine and agriculture.
54 citations,
November 2015 in “Methods in enzymology on CD-ROM/Methods in enzymology” Keratins are important for skin cell health and their problems can cause diseases.
53 citations,
April 2021 in “Cell Host & Microbe” Skin bacteria, specifically Staphylococcus aureus, help in wound healing and hair growth by using IL-1β signaling. Using antibiotics on skin wounds can slow down this natural healing process.
38 citations,
June 2018 in “Archives of Toxicology” Different species and human skin models vary in their skin enzyme activities, with pig skin and some models closely matching human skin, useful for safety assessments and understanding the skin's protective roles.
36 citations,
May 2016 in “Biomaterials” Endo-HSE helps grow hair-like structures from human skin cells in the lab.
26 citations,
December 2016 in “Pharmacology & Therapeutics” New drugs for heart disease may be developed from molecules secreted by stem cells.
24 citations,
March 2001 in “Journal of Endocrinology/Journal of endocrinology” Red deer only have androgen receptors in neck hair cells for mane growth during breeding season.
22 citations,
April 1998 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Interferons are effective for some skin conditions and cancers, but can have side effects and need more research for optimal use.
17 citations,
December 2010 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Flightless I protein affects hair growth, with low levels delaying it and high levels increasing hair length in rodents.
16 citations,
May 2019 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” The new FDA labeling rules provide more detailed drug safety information for pregnant and breastfeeding women, but more data is needed on the risks of many dermatologic drugs.
16 citations,
February 2018 in “BMC Genomics” Certain genetic markers linked to reproductive potential were identified by their impact on a protein's ability to bind to genes.
13 citations,
November 2005 in “Veterinary Dermatology” A dog's skin calcification condition resolved without treatment after a bacterial infection.
7 citations,
August 2017 in “PloS one” Key genes linked to hair growth and cancer were identified in hairless mice.
4 citations,
February 2021 in “Nano select” MSC-Exos can aid organ development and offer therapeutic benefits for various conditions.
4 citations,
August 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” QR 678 and QR678 Neo treatments are effective for hair loss in women with PCOS.
4 citations,
September 2019 in “Biomedical Papers/Biomedical Papers of the Faculty of Medicine of Palacký University, Olomouc Czech Republic” CD2 might be a new treatment target for patchy alopecia areata.
3 citations,
September 2005 in “Experimental dermatology” The cornified envelope is crucial for skin's barrier function and involves key proteins and genetic factors.
2 citations,
February 2024 in “Nature cell biology” Mechanical forces are crucial for shaping cells and forming tissues during development.
2 citations,
June 2022 in “Scientific reports” Mouse hair follicle stem cells lose their ability to change into different cell types after being grown for a long time.
2 citations,
August 2020 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” The hair-growth formula with L-cystine helps protect and grow hair cells.
1 citations,
August 2023 in “Austin Chemical Engineering” Tofu whey improves foot skin health and supports sustainable cosmetics.
1 citations,
May 2002 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss caused by longer latent hair cycle and sudden miniaturization, not gradual follicle size reduction.
January 2024 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” Metal organic frameworks-based scaffolds show promise for tissue repair due to their unique properties.
January 2024 in “Theranostics” Exosomes from special stem cells help treat ulcerative colitis by reducing inflammation and stress.
December 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” AP-2α and AP-2β proteins are essential for healthy adult skin and hair.
Tiny particles called extracellular vesicles show potential for improving skin health in cosmetics, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
September 2014 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Diabetes can cause a variety of skin disorders, some of which may signal more serious health issues.
May 2002 in “British Journal of Dermatology” A pregnant woman's skin condition improved after giving birth, possibly due to high estrogen levels during pregnancy.