May 2026 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” In this study, the authors developed a novel PROTAC named dAR-6–1, which demonstrated superior hair regeneration in an AGA mouse model compared to minoxidil, highlighting its promise as a therapy due to potent AR degradation and excellent skin permeability.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This systematic review identified dynamic signaling interactions between hair follicle stem cells and lymphatic vessels, showing that these interactions coordinate hair follicle growth and tissue regeneration; enhancing lymphatic function may improve hair growth and present novel therapeutic opportunities for wound healing and hair loss disorders.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This systematic review suggests that interactions between hair follicle stem cells and lymphatic vessels are crucial for hair growth and tissue regeneration, offering potential targets for treating hair loss and enhancing wound healing.
April 2026 in “NSUWorks (Nova Southeastern University)” This review concludes that creatine monohydrate is a safe and effective supplement, offering potential health benefits beyond athletic performance; however, it addresses concerns regarding its use among specific populations and effects on various health aspects.
March 2026 in “Al-Azhar International Medical Journal /Al-Azhar International Medical Journal” In this study, patients with resistant alopecia areata treated with 35% trichloroacetic acid showed significantly better outcomes compared to those receiving superficial cryotherapy, with TCA demonstrating "excellent" results in 37.5% of cases versus 6.25% for cryotherapy.
March 2026 in “Virulence” This narrative review suggests that intermediate filaments like vimentin and keratin play a significant role in various stages of viral infection, presenting potential antiviral intervention targets.
March 2026 in “Scholarly Horizons University of Minnesota Morris Undergraduate Journal” This study explores how cultural perceptions of hair used in art have evolved from the Victorian Era to now, analyzing theories of disgust and abjection, and highlighting hair art's historical ties to death and mourning.
March 2026 in “Materials Today Bio” This study developed a minimally invasive cryo-microneedles array patch (cryo-MAP) technique for transplanting hair follicle organoids, showing successful hair growth and complex skin structure regeneration with over 86% success in 15 days, opening new possibilities in tissue engineering.
February 2026 in “Biomaterials” BOOST is a promising, easy-to-use treatment for diabetic foot ulcers that improves healing by reducing inflammation and promoting blood vessel growth.
February 2026 in “Brazilian Journal of Implantology and Health Sciences” This integrative literature review revealed that chronic stress, characterized by elevated cortisol levels, negatively impacts hair follicle integrity and contributes to alopecia by promoting the premature transition from the growth phase to the resting phase of the hair cycle.
February 2026 in “Cureus” This case report suggests that crisaborole may be an effective alternative treatment for alopecia areata in pediatric patients, showing significant hair regrowth after two weeks in a 10-year-old girl.
February 2026 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, researchers found that combining cryotherapy with triamcinolone injections is equally effective as triamcinolone alone for treating patchy alopecia areata on the scalp and face, with no significant difference in outcomes between the two methods.
January 2026 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” In a systematic review and meta-analysis, the researchers found that intralesional triamcinolone acetonide was more effective than cryotherapy for achieving significant hair regrowth in patients with patchy alopecia areata, although both treatments had distinct safety profiles.
January 2026 in “Forum Dermatologicum” This case report discusses a doughnut wart recurrence after cryotherapy in a patient with alopecia areata, suggesting autoimmune-related immune imbalance may influence unusual wart behavior.
December 2025 in “JGH Open” In this case study, a 78-year-old Japanese woman with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome experienced mesenteric lymphadenopathy, which reduced in size after treatment with the corticosteroid prednisolone. This suggests that mesenteric lymphadenopathy, though uncommon in CCS, may respond to steroid therapy.
November 2025 in “Bioactive Materials” In this study, researchers developed a DNA/GelMA-based cryogel platform that uses phototherapy to combat MRSA infection and promote scarless wound healing, showing enhanced bactericidal activity, tissue regeneration, and anti-inflammatory effects in vivo, suggesting a promising approach for treating infected skin wounds.
November 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Practice and Medical Research” This study analyzed techniques to create the popular "sun-kissed" hair look on dark-to-medium blonde (Level 5–6) tones, concluding that a 2–3 level differential, targeted placement across three cranial zones, and acidic glossing are essential for optimal results.
November 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” This study found that gentamicin-loaded exosomes derived from bovine leukocyte spleen extract enhanced antimicrobial activity and promoted tissue regeneration in infected diabetic mouse wounds, suggesting a potential innovative therapeutic strategy for diabetic foot ulcers by combining infection control with pro-regenerative and immunomodulatory effects.
November 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” In this study, gentamicin-loaded exosomes from a bovine leukocyte spleen extract were found to enhance tissue regeneration and antimicrobial activity, offering a promising therapeutic approach for infected diabetic foot ulcers by promoting wound healing and modulating inflammation in a diabetic mouse model.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights Croton tiglium's dual therapeutic and toxic properties, noting its potential for hair growth promotion through PKC-mediated pathways, while emphasizing the challenges posed by its toxicity for safe clinical use.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review consolidates evidence on Croton tiglium's bioactive compounds and effects, discussing its potential uses in treatments like hair-growth formulations, yet emphasizes the significant safety challenges due to the plant's inherent toxicity.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” This report describes a rare case of ectopic adrenocorticotropic hormone syndrome caused by a pheochromocytoma that unusually co-expresses both ACTH and corticotropin-releasing hormone.
November 2025 in “Pharmacological Research” In this study, researchers found that exosome-like nanoparticles isolated from Polygoni Multiflori Radix can promote hair growth in mice by modulating androgen signaling and gene expression, outperforming Minoxidil in testosterone-induced conditions.
November 2025 in “The Journal of Medical Sciences” This article reviews the potential and limitations of cryotherapy for alopecia areata in middle-aged patients and highlights the need for further research, without reporting new clinical findings.
September 2025 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” In this study, DHT inhibited hair regrowth and promoted hair follicle miniaturization in mice, with skin-resident myeloid cells enhancing their interaction with hair follicular cells, especially in females.
September 2025 in “Crystal Growth & Design” This study investigated the morphology and growth mechanisms of spherical crystal aggregates of minoxidil in various alcoholic solvents, finding that a n-butanol–ethyl acetate mixture produces unique spherulite aggregates with improved powder characteristics.
September 2025 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” Intralesional corticosteroids may be more effective than cryotherapy for hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
September 2025 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” This study introduces a new method using printable templates to create standardized and optimized hairlines in male hair transplantation, reportedly improving surgical precision and enabling consistent, aesthetically pleasing outcomes.
This study found that fibroblasts from Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy patients with certain genetic mutations overexpress markers of fibrosis, and gene correction techniques reduced fibrogenic molecule expression in cell models, suggesting potential therapeutic applications.
August 2025 in “Therapeutics” In this study, low concentrations of DMSO were found to decrease androgen receptor expression and inhibit the migration of prostate cancer cells, suggesting potential as an anticancer therapy.