June 2024 in “JURNAL BIOLOGI TROPIS” In this systematic literature review, researchers reported that Moringa oleifera Lamk. leaf extract may serve as a potential anti-acne agent, demonstrated by its ability to inhibit the growth of acne-causing bacteria in laboratory settings.
This study found that ethanol extract of fragrant pandanus leaves inhibited the growth of the dandruff-causing fungus Pityrosporum ovale, with higher concentrations showing greater inhibitory effects.
April 2026 in “Ankara Üniversitesi Veteriner Fakültesi Dergisi” This study found that Mueller-Hinton Agar performed better than Dermasel Agar for antifungal susceptibility testing of feline dermatophytes, providing reliable susceptibility data for effective antifungal therapy.
June 2025 in “Formosa Journal of Sustainable Research” In this study, the NADES extract of mangkokan leaves (Polyscias scutellaria) demonstrated antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, with a total flavonoid content measured at 4.944 mgEQ/gSimplisia using the disc diffusion method.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” This study explored the antibacterial and wound-healing effects of an 80% methanol extract from Hibiscus micranthus leaves, finding it effective against several bacterial strains and beneficial for wound healing in rats.
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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.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Allied Sciences” This study introduces a polyherbal hair removal cream, reporting its effectiveness in inhibiting hair growth while minimizing skin irritation across various skin types, suggesting a natural alternative to traditional hair removal methods.
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November 2020 in “Nanomaterials” This study found that excipients significantly influence the effectiveness of curcumin nanocrystals in dermal applications, enhancing or hindering hair follicle targeting and passive diffusion based on their selection.
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May 2025 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This review explores the potential of extracellular vesicle therapy as a novel strategy to delay intervertebral disc degeneration and enhance tissue repair, by modulating key pathogenic mechanisms, with a focus on the molecular components and bioengineering modifications of extracellular vesicles.
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July 2023 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research” This study developed an effective and reliable HPTLC method for the simultaneous measurement of linoleic acid and oleanolic acid in Eclipta alba.
January 2025 in “Nanotechnology Reviews” This study reported a green synthesis method for copper oxide nanoparticles using pumpkin seed extract, achieving significant antibacterial activity against Bacillus subtilis and moderate cytotoxic effects against certain cancer cell lines, indicating potential biomedical applications for these eco-friendly nanomaterials.
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March 2016 in “Cell” This review highlights various methods of stem cell communication that reflect the unique organization and function of different tissues and reports no new results.
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January 1983 in “Analyst” Method measures minoxidil in tablets accurately and easily.
April 2025 in “The Journal of Agriculture and Development” In this study, researchers optimized the extraction conditions for polyphenols from the medicinal herb Eclipta prostrata, achieving the highest polyphenol content under specific conditions of temperature, solvent concentration, and time, and found the extract to have significant antioxidant activity.
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June 2023 in “Antioxidants” This review highlights that pomegranate exhibits promising beneficial effects in preclinical and clinical studies for cardiovascular and non-cardiovascular diseases, though further research is needed on its bioavailability and metabolites for effective therapeutic use.
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August 2006 in “Critical Reviews in Plant Sciences” The tropical legume Sesbania rostrata can form nodules in waterlogged conditions using a different method that involves plant hormones and specific genes.
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November 2013 in “European Journal of Epidemiology” This article outlines the rationale and design of the Rotterdam Study, summarizes its major findings, and updates its objectives and methods; it reports no new research results.
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September 2009 in “European journal of epidemiology” This article discusses the rationale, design, major findings, and updated objectives and methods of the ongoing Rotterdam Study on various diseases, without reporting new research results.
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January 2002 in “Journal of drug targeting” This study found that drug delivery through human scalp skin may be more effective for lipophilic and hydrophilic drugs compared to abdominal skin, highlighting the potential of intrafollicular delivery methods.
April 2026 in “Asian Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review highlights the promising potential of Semecarpus anacardium Linn. in promoting hair growth due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but emphasizes the need for further human clinical trials and safe formulation practices due to its associated toxicity in raw form.
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August 2021 in “ChemEngineering” This study found that Soluplus and L-ascorbyl 2,6-dipalmitate nanoparticles may improve minoxidil's skin permeability through stable hydrophobic interactions, enhancing its potential for targeted skin application.
January 2026 in “Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research” This study reported that zinc oxide nanoparticles synthesized using Tridax procumbens leaf extract demonstrated significant antibacterial and anticancer activity, showing potential for applications in biomedical and pharmaceutical fields.
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April 2023 in “Pharmacognosy Journal” This study found that bio fabricated herbal silver nanoparticles from Blumea lacera extracts demonstrated significant antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, and notable anti-inflammatory effects, though their antioxidant capacity was insignificant compared to the extract.
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January 2016 in “International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy” This study found that a herbal formulation optimized with specific concentrations of plant extracts showed promising antifungal activity against Malassezia furfur.
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June 2017 in “Pharmacognosy Journal” This study found that alkaloids isolated from Eclipta alba leaves showed increasing antimicrobial activity with higher concentrations, particularly against S. aureus and E. coli, suggesting potential for developing antimicrobial agents.
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June 2025 in “International Journal of Plant and Environment” This study found that nickel oxide nanoparticles synthesized using Alternanthera sessilis extract may have potential as antimicrobial, antifungal, and dye-removal agents.
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August 2025 in “Drug Delivery and Translational Research” This review discusses lipid-polymer hybrid nanoparticles for dermatological applications, outlining their structural and formulation advancements, but reports no new clinical results and calls for further research on their therapeutic potential.
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June 2016 in “Magnesium research” In this study, magnesium was observed to penetrate human skin, with hair follicles significantly aiding this process depending on the concentration and duration of exposure.
August 2021 in “Josai University Repository of Academia (Josai University)” This study found that Sol/ASC-DP nanoparticles could enhance the skin permeability of minoxidil due to improved stability and hydrophobic interactions in the nanoparticle structure.
March 2025 in “Dental Journal (Majalah Kedokteran Gigi)” This study developed a biodegradable gelatin and chitosan hemostatic sponge, enhanced with pomegranate peel extract, for dental applications, highlighting its effective antibacterial properties, improved blood absorption, and reduced clotting time, suggesting potential for use in clinical dental and wound care procedures.