This study found that standard decontamination procedures may not fully remove external contamination in post mortem hair specimens, complicating the interpretation of drug detection in such samples.
October 2001 in “Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine” This review discusses a textbook focused on dermatology specific to females, emphasizing gender-specific conditions, multicultural and historical perspectives, and cosmetic concerns without reporting new clinical findings.
July 2000 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Dr. Yarborough denied endorsing Derma Genesis and was mistakenly represented due to his office manager's error; also, over 30% of tested skin products were contaminated with bacteria.
This study found that the levels of heavy metal contamination in hair were higher in both men and women with hair loss compared to those without.
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December 2011 in “Chungara” This study shows that environmental contamination affects mummy hair, suggesting that using it to assess ancient people's health or nutrition should be approached cautiously.
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January 2008 in “International journal of environment and health” This review discusses the environmental contamination and health risks of Platinum Group Elements, highlighting their potential bioaccumulation and associated health issues, especially in vulnerable populations like children, and reports no new experimental findings.
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January 2000 This study identified a strong association between heavy metal contamination in drinking water and chronic diseases like renal failure and liver cirrhosis in Great Cairo Cities, Egypt.
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April 2005 in “Forensic Science International” This study suggests that degraded human hair shafts are highly resistant to contamination by exogenous DNA, making them a valuable source for forensic and ancient DNA analysis.
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April 2022 in “South African journal of botany” This study found significant chemical variability and heavy metal contamination in commercial chrysanthemum flower products from different geographic origins, highlighting the need for stricter quality control and regulations.
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November 2025 in “Pharmaceutics” This review discusses how polymer- and lipid-based nanostructures can enhance wound healing by addressing issues like microbial contamination and inflammation, though it reports no new clinical results.
October 2012 in “Organic Process Research & Development” This study developed a new crystallization method using solid solution formation to purify finasteride by effectively removing contamination with dihydrofinasteride.
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February 2017 in “Cell Proliferation” This review suggests that omitting the proteolysis step and including tissue pieces in mesenchymal stem cell isolation may improve cell quality, reduce contamination risk, and lower costs and processing time in clinical applications.
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December 2004 in “Forensic Science International” This study reports that using laser microdissection to isolate telogen hair follicles significantly improves DNA extraction efficiency for STR typing, reducing contamination from keratin.
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January 2015 in “Data series” This report describes a study of estuarine bed-sediment quality in New Jersey and New York post-Hurricane Sandy, focusing on contamination extent and potential long-term impacts, with no new findings included.
12 citations
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August 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks” This article discusses thallium absorption, excretion, and its toxic effects on humans and animals, emphasizing the need for monitoring in areas with significant environmental contamination; no new clinical results are reported.
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January 2018 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research” This study found that rice bran phytochemical-based cosmetic products have high antioxidant capacity, maintain stability at moderate temperatures, and are free from heavy metal and microbial contamination.
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June 2025 in “Drug Testing and Analysis” This study found that after application of a testosterone cream containing 17α-methyltestosterone and testosterone propionate, these compounds could be detected in dried blood spots up to 97 hours post-application, potentially leading to sample contamination during fingertip puncture.
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October 2023 in “Biology” This review highlights cobalt's essential role in vitamin B12 metabolism and its biomedical applications but also warns of health risks from high levels and environmental contamination, discussing remediation methods like phytoremediation.
July 2026 in “Journal of the Kenya National Commission for UNESCO” In this study, commercial synthetic braiding hair samples from Kenya were analyzed, revealing that while no Ammonium Thioglycolate was detected, significant formaldehyde contamination was present, with varying concentrations throughout the hair strands, potentially impacting consumer safety.
July 2026 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that a proteomics-based approach can effectively distinguish between scalp and pubic hair by identifying unique protein signatures, providing a more quantitative and objective method for tracing hair contamination sources in GMP manufacturing and forensic investigations.
June 2026 in “Jurnal Pendidikan Tambusai” This study observed that 61.3% of helmets from online motorcycle taxi passengers in the Stasiun Tugu Yogyakarta area were contaminated with dermatophyte fungi, with higher contamination risk in helmets used over five years or infrequently cleaned.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, a novel geometric medicine approach, utilizing the N-K Universal Computer, was reported to eliminate aflatoxin contamination and significantly reduce cancer rates across the "Aflatoxin Belt" through precision targeting of harmful fungi while preserving ecological balance, without observed toxicity or resistance.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that eyebrow follicles, as opposed to buccal swabs or nails, are the most reliable tissue for post-HSCT germline genetic testing due to lower donor DNA contamination.
October 2025 in “Experimental & Molecular Medicine” This review highlights recent innovations in hair specimen analysis, discussing its applications in medical diagnostics, forensic science, and stress assessment while noting challenges such as hair growth variability and contamination that limit its current impact.
February 2025 in “Journal of Nutrients” This research reviews the scientific literature on bone broth extract, exploring its nutritional composition, potential health benefits, food industry applications, and risks such as heavy metal and antibiotic contamination. Results are not reported in this summary.
February 2024 in “Universal Library of Innovative Research and Studies” In this study, researchers found that the primary cause of slippage and detachment of keratin capsules in hair extensions is the re-contamination by oily residues from the hairdresser's hands, rather than the use of hair care products like masks or conditioners.
January 2024 in “Metabolites” This review highlights the importance of standardizing pre-analytical procedures for collecting and extracting samples from uncommon biological specimens like breast milk and sweat in clinical metabolomics, to enhance diagnostic and biomarker discovery efforts while minimizing contamination and bias.
November 2023 in “Dermatology Research and Reports” This study reported that a 1% ivermectin topical cream for rosacea was stable over six months, showing no significant changes in key physical properties or microbial contamination, suggesting it may reduce chronic antibiotic use in rosacea treatment.
August 2021 in “Majalah Obat Tradisional” This study found that a hair tonic formulated from green tea extract showed similar hair growth-promoting activity to 2% Minoxidil in rabbits, without causing skin irritation or bacterial contamination.
This study analyzed hair samples from marathon runners with hair loss, finding distinct patterns in mineral content and heavy metal contamination, with more male than female runners experiencing hair loss.