September 2023 in “Frontiers in cell and developmental biology” Vav2 changes how hair follicle stem cells' genes work as they age, which might improve regeneration but also raise cancer risk.
10 citations,
July 2016 in “Clinical and translational science” Sorafenib often causes mucositis, hand-foot syndrome, rash, alopecia, diarrhea, and fatigue.
1 citations,
June 2016 in “FEBS open bio” Fish oil increased cell growth and macrophages in the skin but didn't affect COX-2 expression.
16 citations,
July 2012 in “Current pharmaceutical biotechnology” New treatments for skin conditions related to the sebaceous gland are being developed based on current research.
3 citations,
April 2022 in “Microorganisms” People with severe hair loss (Alopecia Areata) have different scalp bacteria than healthy people, which might help predict the condition's progress.
1 citations,
June 2012 in “Springer eBooks” Acupuncture may improve reproductive and metabolic functions in PCOS without negative side effects, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
12 citations,
June 2016 in “Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders” Some skin diseases and their treatments can negatively affect male fertility.
8 citations,
January 2022 in “Sensors” Deep learning can accurately automate hair density measurement, with YOLOv4 performing best.
1 citations,
March 2024 in “Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine” 4-octyl itaconate may prevent hearing loss caused by the drug cisplatin by activating certain cell protection pathways.
December 2023 in “Animal research and one health” Certain circular RNAs are crucial for wool growth and curvature in goats.
June 2023 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” Sdr16c5 and Sdr16c6 genes regulate a key point in lipid production that affects eye and skin gland function.
13 citations,
September 2008 in “Experimental and Clinical Endocrinology & Diabetes” Young women with PCOS without additional risk factors may have normal heart function.
29 citations,
January 2016 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology” Arachidonic acid helps hair grow by increasing growth factors and improving follicle health.
7 citations,
October 2011 in “BMC Cancer” Overexpression of HDGF in melanocytes does not cause cancer.
13 citations,
August 2018 in “Journal of Molecular and Cellular Cardiology” Finasteride improves heart function and repairs damage after heart attack in mice.
92 citations,
September 2019 in “ACS nano” A wearable device using electric stimulation can significantly improve hair growth.
10 citations,
March 2019 in “Human Genetics” A genetic mutation in the SGK3 gene causes hairlessness in Scottish Deerhounds and may relate to human hair loss.
25 citations,
May 2012 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Finasteride reduces corpus cavernosum weight but doesn't affect erectile response in rats.
February 2019 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The gene Prss53 affects hair shape and bone development in rabbits.
2 citations,
February 2019 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The Asiatic lion has very low genetic diversity and unique genetic traits, highlighting the need for its conservation.
2 citations,
May 2023 in “Journal of Advanced Research” Two mutations in KRT74 and EDAR genes cause sheep to have finer wool.
31 citations,
April 2019 in “Cell reports” Patient-derived melanocytes can potentially treat vitiligo by restoring skin pigmentation.
11 citations,
October 2020 in “Sensors” Photoacoustic imaging can accurately assess hair follicle density and orientation for hair transplant planning.
29 citations,
October 2020 in “eLife” Higher testosterone levels can increase the risk of certain diseases like type 2 diabetes in women and prostate cancer in men, but can also protect against autoimmune diseases and hair loss. It also affects body fat and bone density.
17 citations,
June 2019 in “Cellular signalling” Minoxidil helps protect and rebuild elastic fibers in arteries, improving artery function, especially in older females.
September 2023 in “Nature communications” Alk1 in specific cells is crucial for proper nerve branching and hair function.
20 citations,
June 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Using stem cells from fat tissue can significantly improve wound healing in dogs.
January 2016 in “Journal of SAFOG” Girls with PCOS and menstrual disorders have notably higher androgen hormone levels.
10 citations,
October 2016 in “Monoclonal antibodies in immunodiagnosis and immunotherapy” Researchers created specific antibodies that detect a protein important in development and various conditions, and can be used for research and diagnosis.
32 citations,
September 2013 in “Breast cancer research” A specific gene variant is linked to a higher risk of hair loss from chemotherapy in breast cancer patients.