12 citations,
October 2021 in “Cells” Targeting a protein that blocks hair growth with microRNAs could lead to new hair loss treatments, but more research is needed.
60 citations,
July 2014 in “Autophagy” The protein FLCN is involved in cellular cleanup and is regulated by ULK1.
11 citations,
October 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Non-coding RNAs are important for hair growth and could lead to new hair loss treatments, but more research is needed.
January 2024 in “Skin appendage disorders” Using growth factors and microneedling shows promise for hair regrowth in Alopecia Areata, but more research is needed.
January 2023 in “Journal of applied animal research” Short photoperiods improve cashmere growth and quality in goats by changing hormone levels and gene expression.
November 2022 in “Animal Bioscience” Adding methionine to a low-protein diet helps Angora rabbits grow better fur.
September 2020 in “International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences” People with alopecia areata had lower vitamin D levels, but these levels did not relate to how severe their condition was.
24 citations,
April 2013 in “PLOS ONE” TNFα, IFNγ, and Substance P significantly affect prolactin levels in human skin, suggesting new treatments for skin and hair conditions.
8 citations,
September 2017 in “Scientific Reports” MAD2B slows down the growth of skin cells that are important for hair development by interacting with TCF4.
May 2024 in “BMC veterinary research” Metabolites and diet affect hair growth cycles in cashmere goats.
44 citations,
April 2013 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America” FGF13 gene changes cause excessive hair growth in a rare condition.
14 citations,
November 2012 in “SLAS discovery” Some herbal extracts can promote hair growth and prevent hair loss.
12 citations,
January 2022 in “Cells” Dermal papilla cell vesicles can boost hair growth genes in fat stem cells.
11 citations,
January 2015 in “PubMed” A specific laser treatment can promote hair growth in mice by increasing certain protein levels.
7 citations,
January 2019 in “Indian dermatology online journal” People with alopecia areata often have lower vitamin D levels, which may be linked to the condition's severity.
5 citations,
November 2022 in “Animal Genetics” Genomic research can help improve the quality and production of natural fibers in animals.
5 citations,
October 2022 in “BMC genomics” Certain microRNAs are important for sheep hair follicle development and could help improve wool quality.
1 citations,
July 2023 in “Journal of developmental biology” Bird foot scales develop differently and can repair but not fully regenerate due to the lack of specialized stem cell areas.
1 citations,
May 2023 in “European Journal of Human Genetics” Rare ULBP3 gene changes may raise the risk of Alopecia areata, a certain FAS gene deletion could cause a dysfunctional protein in an immune disorder, and having one copy of a specific genetic deletion is okay, but two copies cause sickle cell disease.
1 citations,
February 2023 in “ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering” The new microwell device helps grow more hair stem cells that can regenerate hair.
1 citations,
December 2022 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” Annurca apple extract improved hair growth in mice and could potentially prevent hair loss.
1 citations,
January 2020 in “Инфекционные болезни. Новости, мнения, обучение” Lack of vitamin D might cause hair loss due to autoimmune problems, and fixing vitamin D levels could help treat it.
1 citations,
January 2019 in “Indian journal of paediatric dermatology” Kids with alopecia areata had lower vitamin D levels than healthy kids.
October 2024 in “Frontiers in Veterinary Science” FKBP10 and FBN2 are key proteins for hair growth in cashmere goats.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Men with early balding showed higher levels of certain genes linked to hair loss and possibly prostate cancer.
September 2023 in “Physiology and Pharmacology” Glucocorticoids can cause various health issues, but some treatments may help reduce these effects.
September 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” Oral Vitamin D can improve hair density and reduce hair loss in Telogen Effluvium patients.
New treatments for hair loss should target eight main causes and use specific plant compounds and peptides for better results.
January 2023 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Minor injuries to hair follicles can stimulate hair growth in mice by increasing a specific protein.
Minoxidil and finasteride are the only FDA-approved treatments for hair loss caused by genetic and hormonal factors, but their effectiveness is often doubted, indicating a need for new treatments.