51 citations
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May 2019 in “Biomaterials” This study developed a method for generating germ-like tissues called bbHFGs, which efficiently promoted hair follicle formation in mice, potentially advancing hair regenerative medicine applications.
48 citations
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March 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study found that human adipose-derived stem cells co-cultured on a collagen sponge scaffold showed increased differentiation into keratinocytes, suggesting potential for improved skin wound healing.
45 citations
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December 1991 in “Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences” This article discusses the distribution of extracellular matrix molecules in human hair follicles and reports no new results.
45 citations
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March 2020 in “ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces” In this study, researchers created a novel fibrous membrane inspired by ancient Chinese medicine that effectively promotes hair follicle regeneration and wound healing in deep burn injuries by releasing quercetin, copper, and silicon ions.
42 citations
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February 2021 in “Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy” This review discusses potential cell sources and bioengineering strategies for regenerating hair follicles with functional cycling, reporting no new results.
39 citations
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July 2021 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study found that combining platelet-rich plasma with adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells significantly improved diabetic wound healing in rats by enhancing angiogenesis and modulating the Notch signaling pathway.
38 citations
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June 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses the potential role of extracellular vesicles in modulating hair follicle dynamics and reports no new clinical results; future investigations may inform treatment strategies for skin disorders.
36 citations
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August 2011 in “Journal of Controlled Release” This review explores the potential of using genetically-manipulated stem cells as both therapeutic agents and gene delivery vehicles for enhanced wound regeneration, but it reports no new clinical results.
33 citations
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February 2019 in “Journal of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine” This review discusses the use of platelet-rich plasma for various dermatological conditions and highlights the need for more research to standardize its protocols and understand its biological mechanisms.
21 citations
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July 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study found that adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells from type 2 diabetes mice were slightly less effective, yet had comparable therapeutic effects on wound healing compared to non-diabetic controls.
18 citations
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April 2022 in “Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology” This study found that gelatin microspheres delivering adipose-derived stem cells significantly accelerated diabetic wound healing in rats, suggesting a promising approach for enhancing cell-based therapies.
14 citations
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April 2017 in “Scientific Reports” This study demonstrated that using a perfusion culture bioreactor and 3D spheroid culture can enhance corneal endothelial cell expansion and support the construction of tissue-engineered corneal endothelial layers in vitro.
13 citations
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January 2022 in “Stem cell reviews and reports” This study found that using cultured mesenchymal stem cells from mouse whisker hair follicle outer root sheath in wound healing reduced inflammation, accelerated closure, and resulted in less hypertrophic scarring in mice.
11 citations
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August 2021 in “Aging” This study found that TGF-β2 may enhance collagen expression and spheroid formation in human dermal papilla cells, which could improve their hair inductivity and maintenance.
10 citations
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May 2024 in “npj Regenerative Medicine” This review discusses the role of umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stromal cells in skin rejuvenation and reports no new clinical results; it emphasizes their potential in delaying skin aging.
10 citations
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July 2011 in “Springer eBooks” This review describes the use of carbon dioxide for aesthetic treatments like skin rejuvenation and scar reduction but does not present new clinical findings.
9 citations
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January 2023 in “International Journal of Biological Sciences” This study suggests that CTHRC1, a protein expressed in cardiac fibroblasts, may improve wound repair and prevent cardiac rupture after myocardial infarction by activating a specific signaling pathway.
7 citations
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August 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” This study proposes an innovative treatment for stretch marks by combining skinbooster and microneedling techniques, which induce tissue remodeling and collagen synthesis, and suggests using confocal microscopy as a valuable tool for monitoring skin changes in aesthetic dermatology.
6 citations
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March 2023 in “Materials” In this study, researchers developed an acellular bioscaffold made from ovine tendon collagen with an antibacterial coating for treating skin wounds. They found that genipin crosslinking improves the scaffold's properties, and with plasma polymerisation, it enhances antibacterial activity, potentially benefiting wound healing.
6 citations
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April 2022 in “Frontiers in cell and developmental biology” This study identified differentially expressed proteins and pathways potentially involved in wool bending in Zhongwei goats, with specific genes like COL6A1 and CRNN emerging as important candidates in this process.
6 citations
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September 2019 in “Skin pharmacology and physiology” This study found that RCS-01 cell therapy for aged skin was well tolerated and associated with increased gene expression related to extracellular matrix homeostasis, suggesting potential skin improvement.
5 citations
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April 2021 in “Biomedicines” This study found that engineered skin substitutes made with skin-derived precursors and epidermal stem cells can regenerate hair follicles after grafting into nude mice.
5 citations
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January 2013 in “Otorhinolaryngology clinics : an international journal” This review discusses the use of platelet-rich plasma in cosmetic surgery, highlighting its expanding applications and promising potential in aesthetic treatments, but reports no new empirical findings.
4 citations
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October 2025 in “International Journal of Medical Sciences” This review reported that tripeptides, such as GHK and KdPT, show promise in enhancing wound healing through multiple mechanisms, including promoting cell migration, collagen deposition, and angiogenesis, while offering antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory benefits for both acute and chronic wounds.
3 citations
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September 2018 in “Journal of Biomaterials Science, Polymer Edition” This study found that pyramidal neural precursors best grew neurites on matrigel, while neural stem cells differentiated directionally on aligned fibrin, suggesting the importance of biomaterial selection for cell culture.
2 citations
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November 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, subcutaneous platelet-rich plasma injections improved hair density and histological markers of hair growth in hairless rats without causing local toxicity.
2 citations
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September 2023 in “Scientific reports” This study reports that zinc oxide or silver nanoparticles capped with vitamin A or E, incorporated into wheat gluten films, showed significant potential in promoting burn wound healing in mice by facilitating wound contraction, re-epithelialization, and collagen deposition, while also exhibiting antioxidant and antibacterial properties.
1 citations
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December 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study reported that atelocollagen enhances collagen synthesis and reduces oxidative stress in aged skin by increasing glycine uptake through GlyT1, resulting in improved skin elasticity and collagen density in aged mice, with effects superior to glycine alone.
March 2026 in “Collagen and Leather” This study found that a newly developed supramolecular FPC hydrogel effectively promotes wound healing through its anti-inflammatory and angiogenic properties, making it a promising material for wilderness first aid due to its storage convenience, sprayability, and ability to speed up wound recovery.
December 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Medical Research” This study explores regenerative medicine's potential to improve quality of life, especially in aging populations, by examining key components like triggering agents, potentiators, and additives, and how their combined use may accelerate tissue repair through a strategy called stacking.