11 citations
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April 2020 in “Animals” This study reported that relocation in police horses was associated with elevated hair cortisol concentrations, possibly suggesting altered welfare due to changed surroundings, and that seasonal variations affected both cortisol levels and hair growth.
3 citations
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September 2016 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” This study found that sphinganine may improve scalp health, hair quality, and reduce hair loss in males, potentially due to increased antimicrobial peptide levels and inhibition of 5-α-reductase.
September 2025 in “Cosmetics” In this study, researchers found that the lipid composition in hair significantly affects water diffusion and may explain differences in dyeing and cosmetic treatment responses between Asian and European hair, with CP2 fibers having more lipids than CP3 fibers.
115 citations
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August 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This systematic review indicates that a platelet-rich plasma concentration of 1.0 × 10^6 plt/μL may be optimal for tissue regeneration due to sufficient nutrition supply and effective growth factor diffusion in vivo.
90 citations
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July 2014 in “Conservation Physiology” This study found that hair cortisol concentration in free-ranging brown bears is influenced by handling methods, body condition, and potentially both short- and long-term stressors.
1 citations
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October 2022 in “Iet Nanobiotechnology” This study explored a new dutasteride nanocarrier for alopecia therapy, concluding that ingredient concentration is key to achieving the optimal particle size, stability, and skin permeation for extended drug release.
March 2025 in “Molecules” This study explored the in vitro skin penetration of two compounds from Tectona grandis leaf extract used for standardization and found that compound 1 penetrates more efficiently than compound 2, especially with a propylene glycol enhancer.
January 2025 in “RSC Advances” This study reported that a new formulation of finasteride solid lipid nanoparticles, combined with LPC and NTC, enhanced hair growth in mice without visible skin reactions, suggesting it could effectively manage androgenetic alopecia.
September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that quercetin-loaded solid lipid nanoparticles demonstrated positive protective effects on human hair against UV-B light, as they controlled microscopic surface roughness, reduced chemical changes, and minimized protein loss in vitro compared to other treatments.
44 citations
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February 2023 in “Cell” In this study, researchers found that human fingerprint ridges are formed through a modified hair follicle developmental process and spatial patterns influenced by specific signaling pathways.
13 citations
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November 2017 in “BMC Veterinary Research” This study suggests that topically applied fusidic acid may penetrate only the most superficial layers of canine skin but can reach sufficient concentrations to potentially treat infections caused by pathogenic staphylococci.
9 citations
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October 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” This article discusses how challenges in drug development and success rates are driving a shift in the pharmaceutical industry towards engineering targeted drug delivery systems, with nanomaterials offering potential solutions for selective therapeutic delivery.
December 2025 in “Saudi Journal of Medicine and Public Health” In this study, Saudi Arabian adults experienced high rates of long-term complications and significant weight regain more than 5 years after bariatric surgery, emphasizing the need for ongoing follow-up and nutritional management to address these issues.
23 citations
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January 2016 in “Theranostics” In this animal study, ultrasound combined with a new microbubble formulation of minoxidil increased hair growth rates and improved follicle characteristics more effectively than minoxidil alone.
1 citations
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February 2018 in “Orthopedics and rheumatology” This study found that combining intra-arterial chemotherapy with Traditional Chinese Medicine may improve response rates in malignant bone and soft tissue tumor treatment while also managing specific side effects.
70 citations
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June 1993 in “Biochemistry” This study found that the binding of finasteride to the enzyme 5a-reductase occurs at a slower rate than previously assumed, complicating the estimation of its real inhibitory constant.
In this retrospective study, researchers found that baricitinib was effective for treating moderate to severe alopecia areata, with response rates in 24 patients comparable to existing real-world data, and no new safety concerns were identified.
9 citations
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August 2007 in “Journal of animal science/Journal of animal science ... and ASAS reference compendium” This study observed that amino acid uptake into wool follicles varies significantly, with cysteine showing the highest uptake rate, suggesting specialized transport systems that may influence wool growth.
2 citations
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November 2023 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This review explores various tissue regeneration technologies, highlighting how skin substitutes have significantly improved healing success rates for burn injuries, and examines cell-based therapies aimed at reducing scar formation and improving burn management.
December 2025 in “Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal” This study developed a nanoemulsion containing Minoxidil, which showed effective stability and significantly increased hair growth rates in pretreated mice, suggesting its potential for treating hair loss.
December 2023 in “International journal of statistics and probability” In this study, the authors used a Bayesian Poisson - Hidden Markov Model to analyze COVID-19 cases by blood type in Europe and Africa, finding differences in hidden states and infection rates based on blood type across these regions.
August 2019 in “International journal of current microbiology and applied sciences” This study found that among 86 skin scrapings from various dog breeds with ringworm lesions, Microsporum species were the predominant fungal infection, with Labradors showing the highest infection rate. Miconazole was most effective in antifungal susceptibility tests.
1 citations
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December 2016 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatology” In this study, iontophoresis of medroxyprogesterone acetate significantly reduced hair growth rate in women with idiopathic facial hirsutism, without affecting serum androgen levels, and was well-tolerated as a treatment option.
November 2025 in “Discover Pharmaceutical Sciences” In this study, a nanoemulsion containing lavender, peppermint, and rosemary essential oils was developed and shown to promote hair growth in mice at a rate comparable to 2% topical minoxidil, suggesting a promising natural alternative due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
61 citations
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June 2010 in “European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics” This study found that liposomes coated with cationic polymers, chitosan and Eudragit EPO, showed improved physicochemical stability and enhanced skin diffusion of aciclovir and minoxidil compared to uncoated liposomes.
21 citations
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February 2015 in “Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery” This study found that negative pressure wound therapy combined with skin grafting is a feasible method for treating soft tissue and skin defects in cats, achieving a high graft take rate and satisfactory outcomes.
9 citations
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November 2017 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” This animal study found that intravenous administration of anionic squarticles, a lipid nanoemulsion, increased survival rates in rats with amitriptyline overdose by mitigating adverse effects and restoring normal blood pressure, highlighting its potential as a detoxifying antidote.
8 citations
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January 2011 in “Collection of Czechoslovak Chemical Communications” This study developed and validated a sensitive method using adsorptive cathodic stripping voltammetry to directly determine minoxidil in topical solutions, shampoos, and creams, achieving high recovery rates and precision.
September 2025 in “Tạp chí Da liễu học Việt Nam” In this study, combining ablative fractional microneedle radiofrequency with oral methylprednisolone was found to enhance hair density and mature hair rates in patients with alopecia areata better than oral methylprednisolone alone, though some adverse effects and increased hair shedding were noted over time.
December 2024 in “STUDIES IN ENGINEERING AND EXACT SCIENCES” In this study, solar drying of Punicagranatum was found to be the most effective, achieving a 65.26% drying rate compared to shade and convective drying methods.