5 citations
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August 2023 in “Preprints.org” This review outlines recent advancements in droplet-based microfluidics used with food-grade materials to create delivery systems, emphasizing the design and function of systems like emulsions and microcapsules while discussing challenges related to scaling these processes from lab to industry.
3 citations
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December 2021 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study found that Ficus benghalensis leaf extracts reduced the activity of 5 α-reductase II and promoted hair growth in rabbits by elongating the hair follicle's anagen phase, suggesting potential for treating hair loss.
2 citations
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March 2023 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This study found that CuO/SiO2 nanowires enhanced with photothermal therapy exhibit significant antibacterial effects against E. coli and S. aureus and promote wound healing and vascularization, suggesting potential as an alternative treatment for infected wounds in mouse models.
2 citations
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January 2022 in “BioMed Research International” This study found that newly developed nanogels for transdermal delivery of finasteride were stable, showed excellent drug permeation through the skin, and ensured biocompatibility without causing irritation or toxicity.
1 citations
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January 2025 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This source outlines the development of a comprehensive system for evaluating the safety and efficacy of cosmetics in China compared to established practices in Europe and the U.S., highlighting factors like AI technologies and specific product categories such as anti-aging and sun protection.
January 2026 in “Western Journal of Nursing Research” This study found that collecting hair samples for cortisol analysis is feasible in community-dwelling individuals with longstanding multiple sclerosis, although no significant correlation between hair cortisol levels and perceived chronic stress was observed, highlighting the complexity of stress measurement in this population.
November 2025 in “Cosmetics” This study evaluated a hair mask containing rice germ oil GX-N and ferulic acid on damaged hair and found that rice germ oil GX-N improved hair characteristics after bleaching, UV, and heat exposure, but adding ferulic acid did not provide extra benefits.
July 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review describes ethosomes as promising nanocarriers for delivering active cosmetic ingredients to the skin, potentially transforming treatments for hair loss, acne, and skin pigmentation.
17 citations
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July 2021 in “Polymers” This study found that treating chitin from crab shells with ultrasonication at specific conditions effectively produced fine nanofibers with a high yield.
9 citations
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November 2024 in “Journal of Wound Management Official journal of the European Wound Management Association” Cold Plasma shows promise for healing wounds by killing bacteria and helping tissue grow.
3 citations
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November 2021 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This review evaluated existing studies on platelet-rich plasma for facial rejuvenation and found limited clinical evidence supporting its effectiveness, suggesting that more research is needed to establish its utility.
1 citations
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February 2022 in “Journal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine” This study found that alcoholic extracts of Blumea eriantha DC exhibited significant hair growth activity, primarily attributed to the phytoconstituent Dimethyl sulfone.
July 2026 in “Postgraduate Medicine” Results are not reported in this response to a letter about the authors' recent meta-analysis.
September 2025 in “Immunological Reviews” This review describes how the skin can form its own immune response through dermal tertiary lymphoid organs, which function independently of traditional lymph nodes, potentially offering new insights into skin health care and treatments.
18 citations
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May 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” This review discusses advances in drug delivery systems to enhance oleanolic acid's bioavailability and therapeutic potential but reports no new clinical results.
14 citations
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February 2025 in “Pharmaceutics” This review highlights recent advancements in using niosomes as nanocarriers for improved delivery and sustained release of active cosmetic compounds, discussing their properties, applications, and future potential in cosmetic chemistry.
8 citations
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September 2024 in “Food Science & Nutrition” This review discusses the benefits of β-sitosterol, a plant compound found in nuts and seeds, which may lower "bad" cholesterol and help prevent heart disease, cancer, and diabetes, but notes the lack of clinical studies on its safety and effectiveness in humans.
8 citations
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May 2024 in “Advanced NanoBiomed Research” This review examines advancements in lipid and inorganic nanocarriers, such as liposomes and inorganic nanoparticles, for transdermal drug delivery, noting enhanced absorption and stability but acknowledging that few have reached clinical use.
7 citations
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February 2023 in “Exploration of Medicine” This review discusses various strategies for drug repurposing in tuberculosis treatment, highlighting significant potential but reports no new clinical results.
January 2018 in “Refubium (Universitätsbibliothek der Freien Universität Berlin)” This study demonstrated that combining amorphization and nanonization of drugs enhances both saturation solubility and dissolution rate, potentially offering therapeutic benefits for formulations like dermal applications.
125 citations
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March 2017 in “Micromachines” This review highlights recent advancements in microfluidics for 3D tissue model generation and discusses its applications in tissue engineering and high-throughput drug screening without reporting new experimental results.
56 citations
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March 2017 in “Plant and Cell Physiology” This study used light sheet fluorescence microscopy to successfully image and analyze calcium oscillations in the root hairs of Arabidopsis thaliana, finding that these oscillations correlate with the root hair growth rate and that auxin affects these properties.
46 citations
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January 2020 in “Research” This review discusses the design, properties, and potential applications of smart microneedles, with no new clinical results presented.
44 citations
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July 2016 in “Stem Cells Translational Medicine” This study demonstrated that cultured epidermal stem cells and skin-derived precursors can regenerate functional hair follicles and sebaceous glands in both mice and adult humans, suggesting potential for bioengineered skin substitutes.
21 citations
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March 2021 in “Molecules” This study found that a new quercetin-loaded self-nanoemulsifying drug delivery system improved quercetin bioavailability by 149.8% compared to its suspension in rats.
14 citations
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September 2023 in “Foods” This review outlines recent advancements in droplet-based microfluidic technology using food-grade emulsions to create diverse delivery systems by controlling droplet size, shape, and dispersity, while also discussing challenges in scaling these processes from laboratory to industrial applications.
14 citations
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May 2022 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review article highlights how hair follicle-targeting drug delivery systems enhance therapeutic outcomes and reduce side effects for treating conditions like androgenetic alopecia and acne vulgaris. The authors discuss current formulations and evaluate their performance in both preclinical and clinical settings.
13 citations
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October 2023 in “Pharmaceutics” This study found that an intranasal gel containing risperidone-loaded glycethosomes significantly enhanced drug bioavailability and improved neuroprotective, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects in schizophrenia-induced rats compared to oral therapies, suggesting a promising alternative for schizophrenic patients who struggle with adhering to oral medication.
13 citations
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November 2022 in “Biomaterials Science” This study demonstrated that a device combining hyaluronic acid-based dissolving microneedles and lipid polymer hybrid nanoparticles effectively delivered miR-218 to promote hair growth in a shaved mouse model, outperforming topical smear treatment without safety concerns.
11 citations
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September 2023 in “ACS Omega” This review highlights the rapid advancements in 3D bioprinting techniques, emphasizing their role in enhancing regenerative therapy, drug delivery, and bioengineering applications while addressing current challenges in bioink formulation and bioprinting stability.