11 citations
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January 2018 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” In this study, researchers identified gremilin-2 as a highly specific gene to the dermal sheath cup, suggesting it plays a key role in maintaining its properties.
51 citations
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May 1984 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, the authors observed that cell-mediated immune mechanisms may be involved in the pathogenesis of benign follicular mucinosis, based on the cellular and immunological characteristics of two patient cases.
December 2024 in “Pediatrics in Review” This case report concluded that undiagnosed Menkes disease, an X-linked disorder causing copper deficiency, contributed to a 7-month-old's illness and death, complicating his presentation with viral septic shock and methamphetamine exposure.
January 2015 in “Journal of Neuromuscular Diseases” This case report describes two boys with Danon disease, initially misdiagnosed due to increased transaminases, who exhibited cardiac issues and muscle pseudohypertrophy.
108 citations
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July 2002 in “Molecular and cellular biology” This study found that overexpressing Dsg3 in the suprabasal epidermis of transgenic mice resulted in flaking skin and abnormal hair growth, supporting Dsg3's role in regulating epidermal differentiation.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Certain substances can help skin cells become anti-inflammatory, aiding in tissue repair.
2 citations
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November 2025 in “Pharmaceutics” This review explores the potential of cell-mediated drug delivery systems in dermatology, highlighting their ability to target inflamed or diseased skin while discussing applications in diseases like atopic dermatitis and melanoma, along with challenges such as immunogenicity and manufacturing.
November 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Certain immune cells in atopic dermatitis skin could be targeted for treatment.
3 citations
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October 2022 in “Nano Letters” This study found that a microneedle patch using manganese thiophosphite showed greater hair regrowth potential compared to minoxidil, even with less frequent application, for treating androgenetic alopecia.
12 citations
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February 2022 in “Acta Biomaterialia” In this study, researchers found that dissolving microneedles made with hyaluronic acid enhanced the effectiveness of minoxidil in reducing hair loss and promoting hair growth in alopecia-affected mice more effectively than topical minoxidil alone, while using only 10% of the drug amount.
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April 2019 in “PubMed” In this study, researchers found that papain-treated or mechanically altered Asian scalp hair fibers allowed for spontaneous ion movement and anthocyanin dye flow through the medulla tube, with dye flow enhanced by applied DC voltage.
2 citations
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January 2005 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This article discusses various dermatology mnemonics that can aid in memory retention for medical learners, with no new clinical results presented.
13 citations
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July 2019 in “PLoS ONE” This study found that deleting podoplanin in mouse keratinocytes promoted hair follicle growth during regeneration, suggesting it may regulate hair cycling pathways that could aid in treating hair loss conditions.
79 citations
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January 2002 in “Nucleic Acids Research” This study found that BMP-2 activates Dlx3 gene transcription in murine keratinocytes by binding with Smad1/Smad4, suggesting a mechanism for BMP signaling's role in skin and hair follicle regulation.
April 2014 in “The FASEB journal” In this study, Rhododendron molle extract increased hair follicle length and growth factors while reducing mast cell and substance P expression in stressed mice, suggesting potential benefits for hair growth.
4 citations
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that the distribution of desmogleins is associated with specific types of keratinization and hair anchorage, as well as hypotrichosis.
2 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that overexpression of Gasdermin A3 in mice disrupts the hair follicle stem cell niche and causes hair loss through cell necrosis and abnormal hair cycle progression, without involving immune-mediated mechanisms.
18 citations
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January 2021 in “Theranostics” This study found that actively targeted AN2728-loaded nanocarriers reduced inflammation and improved skin condition in a mouse model of psoriasiform inflammation compared to free drug and non-targeted nanoparticles.
June 2023 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” In this study, the alcoholic extract DN106212 from Centipeda minima was shown to be more effective in promoting hair growth in C57BL/6 mice compared to dimethyl sulfoxide and tofacitinib, suggesting its potential as a natural hair growth agent.
9 citations
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January 2018 in “Stem Cells International” The researchers reported that conditioned media from deer antler mesenchymal stem cells may enhance hair and skin regeneration by modulating cellular responses through secretory vesicles.
February 2026 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” This study established consensus-based guidelines for using low-dose oral and topical minoxidil in managing pattern hair loss for patients undergoing hair transplant surgery, recommending specific dosages, monitoring procedures, and timing for initiation post-surgery.
June 2021 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” The researchers reported that basement membrane heterogeneity, especially laminin α5 composition, plays a critical role in distinct inter-tissue interactions and hair cycle regulation in mouse hair follicles.
April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” In this study, researchers used single-cell RNA sequencing to define and locate three distinct cell states of melanocytes in mouse skin development, potentially aiding the understanding of abnormal melanocyte differentiation.
February 2026 in “Nano Research” This study developed a dissolvable microneedle system delivering specific molecules to remodel lymphatic networks and normalize metabolic processes, which accelerated hair growth and activated hair follicle stem cells in a mouse model of androgenetic alopecia.
This review discusses recent advances in polydopamine-based biomaterials and their growing potential in personalized medicine, but reports no new experimental results; the authors highlight both opportunities and challenges for future applications.
6 citations
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June 1986 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This report discusses a case of reticular erythematous mucinosis syndrome, highlighting minimal mucin deposition and significant lymphocytic infiltration around the hair follicle, contributing to the ongoing debate about its nature as a mucinosis.
35 citations
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August 2009 in “Differentiation” This study found that transcription factors HOXC13, LEF1, and FOXN1 repress DSG4 transcription, with the Notch pathway possibly involved in maintaining DSG4 expression in hair follicles.
April 2024 in “Dermatology The American Medical Journal” This study developed expert consensus guidelines on the safe and effective prescription of low-dose oral minoxidil for treating hair loss by engaging 43 dermatologists from 12 countries in a structured Delphi process, yielding 78 consensus items on safety, efficacy, dosing, and monitoring.
October 2019 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” In this study, N-MXD (minoxidil nanoparticles) was shown to deliver more drug into hair bulbs and enhance IGF-1 and VEGF levels more effectively than commercial formulations, resulting in higher therapeutic efficiency for hair growth in C57BL/6 mice.
17 citations
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August 2015 in “PLoS ONE” This study found that deferiprone significantly reduced dermal fibrosis and skin thickness in mice with chronic kidney disease treated with Omniscan, suggesting iron's role in gadolinium chelate toxicity and nephrogenic systemic fibrosis.