April 2022 in “Journal of applied science and environmental management” This study found that Aframomum melegueta seed extract improved wound healing in albino rats, with treated groups showing smaller wound sizes and formation of new tissues compared to controls.
April 2022 in “Anti-cancer agents in medicinal chemistry” In this literature review, researchers compiled evidence on repurposed synthetic radioprotective agents, including metformin and simvastatin, that have demonstrated potential in mitigating the side effects of radiotherapy in cancer treatment.
November 2021 in “International Journal of Pharma and Bio Sciences” This article reviews the role of inflammation in scarring alopecia and reports no clinical findings; the authors note a need for further research into its etiology and pathogenesis.
May 2021 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This review examines recent advancements in topical formulations for alopecia treatment, but it reports no new clinical results, emphasizing potential strategies to enhance drug delivery to the scalp.
This article reviews alopecia areata as a chronic autoimmune disease affecting hair follicles and discusses its association with other autoimmune conditions, but provides no new clinical findings.
April 2018 in “Pharmaceutical and biological evaluations” This review discusses polycystic ovarian syndrome, highlighting its symptoms, potential causes, and treatment options, but reports no new clinical results.
January 2018 in “HAL (Le Centre pour la Communication Scientifique Directe)” This thesis reviews current knowledge on male androgenetic alopecia and discusses therapeutic options, emphasizing that hair transplantation is currently the only effective method to restore hair to bald areas.
November 2017 in “Dermatologie pro praxi” This review outlines treatment options for alopecia areata and highlights promising new therapies like targeted immune interventions and platelet-rich plasma application, but reports no new clinical results.
This article explores whether Melampus, a mythological healer, may have intentionally caused the madness of Proetus' daughters through the use of herbs, despite being credited with their cure.
February 2016 in “Aktuelle Dermatologie” This interview with Prof. B. Cribier discusses his motivations for choosing dermatology, his career insights, and his perspectives on the future of the specialty in Europe.
This article reviews current advancements and options in skin substitutes for burn patients, but reports no new research findings, noting the promise for fully functional skin substitutes in the future.
January 2007 in “Annals of The Royal College of Surgeons of England” This case report describes a 64-year-old woman with male pattern hair loss and elevated testosterone levels, who was diagnosed with an androgen-secreting adrenal tumor and successfully treated with laparoscopic adrenalectomy.
August 2006 in “JNCI Journal of the National Cancer Institute” February 2006 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade cancer cases.
January 2005 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)”
May 2001 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article outlines recent advancements in hair restoration surgical techniques but reports no new research findings.
September 1998 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” This article discusses the prevalence of alopecia areata in patients undergoing hair transplant surgeries and reports no new research findings.
January 1993 in “Inpharma Weekly” A new food supplement was highly effective in curing hair loss in young men.
December 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” This article summarizes expert opinions from Indian dermatologists on managing androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium, emphasizing varied treatments based on individual patterns and responses.
July 2020 in “Vestnik urologii” This review examines the contentious issue of post-finasteride syndrome linked to 5-alpha reductase inhibitors and reports mixed findings on its sexual, physical, and psychological effects; the authors call for more rigorous studies.
January 2017 in “Indian journal of sexually transmitted diseases and AIDS” Finasteride, a hair loss drug, can cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction in 2.1%-3.8% of users, but these usually go away with time or if the drug is stopped. Despite this, its impact on sexual function is minimal for most men.
June 2007 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This review discusses female pattern hair loss, the most common cause of hair loss in women, highlighting medical treatments like oral antiandrogens and topical minoxidil but reports no new clinical results.
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January 2010 in “Journal of dermatological science” This review covers follicle-targeting drug delivery systems, exploring their potential for improving localized and systemic therapies, and highlights the need for further research into follicle penetration mechanisms.
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January 2012 in “Nutrition & Metabolism” This article suggests that modern lifestyle changes, including diet, stress, and chronic anti-inflammatory medication use, may disrupt the natural process of inflammation resolution, increasing vulnerability to chronic disease.
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June 2022 in “Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences” 85 citations
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August 2021 in “Materials & Design” This review summarizes advancements in biomaterial-based encapsulation of probiotics for diverse biomedical uses and reports no new clinical results, while outlining current challenges and future research directions.
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March 2017 in “Experimental Dermatology” This review discusses the genetic and biological factors influencing hair curliness, revealing strong links to specific protein variations, and reports no new clinical results.
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February 2014 in “Experimental Dermatology” This review discusses the role of Prostaglandin D2 and its synthase in androgenetic alopecia but reports no new clinical findings, suggesting pathways for future therapeutic development.
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August 2013 in “PloS one” This study suggests that changes in expressed transcripts and splice isoforms may explain the transition from curly to straight fleece in Chinese Tan sheep as they age.
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January 2020 in “Frontiers in Genetics” This study found that stage-specific epigenetic changes, particularly involving the gene PDGFC, may affect wool fiber development in Zhongwei goats, potentially serving as a biomarker for fur goat selection.