6 citations
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March 2022 in “Frontiers in drug discovery” This review summarizes 25 small molecule drugs with in vitro and in vivo data for COVID-19 treatment, highlighting their structural diversity and potential to guide future antiviral discovery.
4 citations
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January 2026 in “Micro” This review introduces a framework to integrate bioinspired conductive materials and advanced 3D/4D printing in regenerative medicine for dynamic, responsive tissue regeneration, emphasizing the potential of smart scaffolds to adapt to physiological cues.
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June 2022 in “Movement disorders clinical practice” This study reports a unique case of trichotillomania as a presenting sign in a patient with neurological Wilson's disease, confirmed by genetic testing and copper abnormalities.
1 citations
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April 2022 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This study found that mouse astrocytes formed cell spheres on agarose surfaces, acquired stem cell-like features, and their derived stem cells effectively differentiated into neurons that helped regenerate damaged nerves.
February 2026 in “NeuroSci” This systematic review synthesizes evidence on the distribution of 5a-reductase isozymes and their implications for mental health, finding that inhibition of neurosteroidogenesis may contribute to anxiety, depression, and suicidality, with some patients experiencing persistent psychiatric effects from finasteride or dutasteride.
January 2026 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This discussion examines the aesthetic symptoms of perimenopause, such as hot flashes and skin changes, and reviews management options like hormone replacement therapy and topical cosmetics, emphasizing the importance of consistency in treatment to maintain results.
In this study, researchers used an integrated in silico approach to demonstrate that Polygonum multiflorum combats androgenetic alopecia via anthraquinone emodin, which targets PI3K catalytic subunits differently from traditional antiandrogenic treatments, showing potential as a novel therapeutic strategy.
March 2024 in “Antioxidants” This study examines the effects of excessive or prolonged exposure to blue light on retinal function and highlights its potential health implications, noting that both photoreceptor and intrinsically photosensitive retinal ganglion cells (ipRGCs) are particularly sensitive to blue wavelengths.
October 2023 in “Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology” Custom software found that common allergy drugs might have new uses for various conditions and could improve survival in some cancers.
August 2023 in “Medicina-lithuania” This review discusses the degenerative effects of anabolic-androgenic steroids on the nervous system and reports no new experimental results, aiming to increase public awareness of their health risks.
November 2021 in “Frontiers in Genetics” This study found that a new FAW-FS algorithm improved recognition of depression in patients with androgenic alopecia, and comprehensive psychological interventions positively impacted their rehabilitation outcomes.
67 citations
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September 2017 in “Cell Reports” Caloric restriction improves skin and fur structure but can cause muscle loss and movement issues.
1 citations
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November 2021 in “Ultrasonography” This study found that applying low-intensity ultrasound enhanced hair growth on the treated area of mice with androgenic alopecia, potentially by affecting the action of finasteride.
23 citations
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March 2021 in “Gels” This study found that minoxidil solubilized in gelatin-containing microemulsions resulted in over 5% of the drug remaining in porcine skin, significantly more than the reference gel.
30 citations
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May 2019 in “Medicinal Research Reviews” This review discusses molecular and cellular strategies to improve muscle and skin regeneration and reduce scarring after cleft lip repair, offering potential benefits for function and aesthetics.
21 citations
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March 2021 in “Frontiers in Neurology” This review explores how adaptive changes in cerebellar and vestibular subsystems may contribute to balance control, noting cellular mechanisms involved, but presents no new clinical findings.
1 citations
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September 2023 in “Stem cell research & therapy” This review discusses how mesenchymal stromal cell-based therapy holds promise for treating age-related diseases, given its potential to target aging's pathological features, although significant challenges remain for its clinical application.
822 citations
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January 2021 in “Genome biology” This study presents a new method called scMC that effectively distinguishes biological from technical variation in single-cell genomics datasets, demonstrating its ability to accurately align and detect biological signals across various experiments.
222 citations
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August 2014 in “Cell Metabolism” In this study, researchers found that mitochondrial complex I plays a crucial role in regulating innate immunity and bone remodeling, with Ndufs4 deletion causing systemic inflammation and osteopetrosis through various metabolic shifts and cellular mechanisms.
170 citations
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September 2020 in “Viruses” This review highlights that drug repositioning offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional drug discovery, especially for treating orphan and resistant diseases like COVID-19, by repurposing existing drugs such as Hydroxychloroquine and Remdesivir.
97 citations
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December 2021 in “Cells” This review outlines key considerations for designing fluorescence microscopy experiments in cell biology, discussing the importance of hardware availability, suitability of biological models, and imaging agents to achieve high-resolution and informative images.
70 citations
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June 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” In this review, researchers explored how air pollutants increase oxidative stress and inflammation in human skin, affect vitamin D synthesis, and interact with the skin microbiota, also discussing AhR/Nrf2 as a potential target for treating pollution-related skin conditions.
61 citations
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April 2023 in “Bioactive Materials” This review article highlights recent advances in microneedle technology for wound healing and tissue regeneration, discussing various cargo types, structural designs, and fabrication methods, and suggesting guidelines for designing microneedle systems tailored to specific applications.
44 citations
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January 2015 in “Development” This study reports that human epidermal neural crest stem cells from hair follicles can be quickly differentiated into highly pure human Schwann cells without genetic manipulation, suggesting their potential for therapeutic applications.
39 citations
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February 2024 in “Small” This review discusses the evolution and development of smart and multifunctional microneedles, highlighting their potential future importance in medical applications, but it reports no new experimental results.
30 citations
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September 2016 in “Aging Cell” This study found that selenium deficiency in mice accelerated age-related conditions and metabolic decline but unexpectedly promoted longevity, suggesting low selenium levels might separate healthspan and lifespan.
25 citations
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January 2015 in “World journal of stem cells” This review discusses the potential of hair follicle stem cells as a novel source for cell therapy in neurodegenerative disorders, but it reports no new clinical results.
24 citations
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December 2023 in “Gels” In this study, researchers reviewed the progress and challenges in using hydrogels for 3D printing in biomedical applications, highlighting advancements in structural complexity, and identifying ongoing issues like resolution improvement, cell viability, and ethical concerns for clinical use.
19 citations
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September 2023 in “Journal of Biomedical Science” This review explores how the interaction of AKT and β-catenin signaling pathways, alongside photobiomodulation effects on cellular signaling proteins, could potentially enhance diabetic wound healing by addressing dysregulated cellular signaling.
16 citations
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April 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, an expert panel established a consensus guideline indicating that photobiomodulation is a safe and effective treatment for various conditions, including peripheral neuropathy and androgenic alopecia.