128 citations
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January 1996 in “Journal of analytical toxicology.” This study suggests that while hair analysis using GC-MS is a sensitive method for detecting cocaine ingestion, it may not reliably indicate the amount, timing, or duration of drug use due to interindividual variability and multiple incorporation mechanisms.
66 citations
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February 2010 in “CrystEngComm” Made 8 minoxidil samples; 1 cocrystal, 7 salts formed.
53 citations
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January 2012 in “Developmental Biology” EGFR signaling is essential for ear cell regeneration in both birds and mammals.
23 citations
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January 2016 in “Forensic Science International” This study found that in vitro heat straightening of hair reduced THC and cocaine concentrations but increased CBN and BZE levels, suggesting heat conversion of these substances.
18 citations
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March 1985 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Cocaine use can cause a blistering skin disease.
16 citations
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February 2022 in “Science Advances” This study found that coactivating LIN28B and follistatin enhances cochlear supporting cells' ability to regenerate hair cells in neonatal mice by reprogramming them into progenitor-like cells.
16 citations
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January 2000 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” This study found that calcipotriol scalp solution was more effective than a coal tar-based shampoo for treating mild to moderate scalp psoriasis and showed continued efficacy with long-term use.
15 citations
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September 2018 in “Hearing research” This study suggests that rapamycin, but not acarbose, can delay age-related loss of cochlear outer hair cells in UM-HET3 mice at doses that increase life span.
11 citations
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June 2001 in “PubMed” Coconut oil can penetrate hair better than mineral oil, potentially protecting against damage.
9 citations
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December 2022 in “Antibiotics” This study found that coconut seed extract may effectively treat scabies in rabbits by improving infection signs and causing high mite mortality, suggesting its potential as a cost-effective herbal alternative.
8 citations
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June 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” In this study, UCMSC exosomes showed protective effects against cisplatin-induced hearing loss in mice by improving hearing and promoting cochlear tissue repair.
7 citations
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December 1991 in “Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences” Dermal papillae are crucial for hair growth and maintenance.
5 citations
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November 2022 in “Molecular Neurobiology” Melatonin may protect inner ear cells from damage by reducing cell death and oxidative stress, potentially treating sudden hearing loss.
5 citations
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July 2021 in “Basic & Clinical Pharmacology & Toxicology” This study found that nicotine caused damage to cochlear hair cells in vitro, and melatonin might protect against this damage, indicating its potential as a treatment for smoking-induced hearing loss.
3 citations
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December 2022 in “Russian Journal of General Chemistry” In this experiment, CoCr2O4 spinel chromite nanocatalysts showed high catalytic efficiency with a 95.6% yield in producing 4-substituted diaminopyrimidine oxides from 2,6-diamino-4-chloropyrimidine N-oxide, while maintaining stable performance over five reuse cycles.
3 citations
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September 2020 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This study found that coconut oil significantly increased the tensile strength of twisted hair fibers due to its ability to penetrate the hair core, in contrast to mineral oil.
2 citations
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July 2022 in “PubMed” This study found that coconut oil clinically helps with brittle hair and hair infestation, while evidence for castor and argan oils improving hair growth or quality is weak.
2 citations
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December 2021 in “World journal of dentistry” In this study, Cocos nucifera (coconut) oil's antimicrobial properties showed effectiveness against Candida albicans and Streptococcus in an in vitro biofilm model, and its lauric acid content may reduce plaque adhesion and support oral health.
2 citations
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January 2012 This study found that SESA oil significantly improved hair and scalp ailments more than coconut oil, with no adverse reactions reported during the study period.
1 citations
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July 2023 in “Journal of visualized experiments” This study presents an improved protocol for isolating and culturing whole neonatal cochlear explants, enabling detailed analysis of hair cells and spiral ganglion neuron cells while simplifying culture steps without sacrificing explant quality, and was successfully tested on mice and rat cochleas.
1 citations
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November 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, the application of a coconut milk and egg white pack on the scalp reportedly reduced hair fall and enhanced hair growth over a 90-day period among participants.
1 citations
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March 2022 in “The Scientific World Journal” This study found that a hair cream made from cocoa pod peel water fraction effectively stimulated hair growth in rabbits, with the best result at a 12.5% concentration, without causing skin irritation.
1 citations
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December 2020 in “International Journal of Biological and Chemical Sciences” This study evaluated coconut and palm kernel oils for their potential use in shampoos for black hair, finding they are rich in beneficial fatty acids and could serve as active ingredients due to their physicochemical and rheological properties.
1 citations
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January 2017 in “Ancient science of life/Ancient Science of Life” This study reported that Vatika Enriched Coconut Hair Oil was safe and more effective than regular coconut oil in reducing hair fall, controlling dandruff, and enhancing hair condition, such as shininess and tensile strength, in women over an 8-week period with no adverse effects.
1 citations
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January 2015 in “Annals of Dermatology” This case report describes a 52-year-old woman who developed retiform purpura after using cocaine likely adulterated with levamisole, highlighting the need for levamisole detection in such cases.
1 citations
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September 2013 in “TURKDERM” This retrospective study described the demographic characteristics, treatments, and prognosis of children with alopecia areata in a clinical setting, reporting a remission rate of 34.5% and highlighting the need for more comprehensive epidemiological data in this population.
1 citations
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February 2010 in “Proceedings of SPIE” This study suggests that low level laser therapy may promote hair cell regeneration in rat cochlear explants following gentamicin-induced damage.
1 citations
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June 1999 in “American Journal of Contact Dermatitis” This review discusses the choice and formulation of medicated and cosmetic shampoos for scalp disorders and hair aesthetics, providing guidelines based on hair types and patient age, and reports no new results.
1 citations
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November 1981 in “PubMed” No clear conclusion available.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study developed and evaluated a coconut oil-based polyherbal hair oil using various medicinal plants, finding it exhibited satisfactory physicochemical properties and stability, making it a promising hair care formulation, though further biological evaluation is needed to confirm therapeutic benefits.