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May 2021 in “Journal of Nanobiotechnology” The 3D electrospun fibrous sponge is promising for tissue repair and healing diabetic wounds.
2 citations,
January 2010 Tianzhu white yak hair varies in structure and density between fuzz and coarse hair.
8 citations,
August 2020 in “Domestic Animal Endocrinology” Melatonin improved cashmere production in goats during the first cycle but had no lasting effects on the next cycle.
88 citations,
April 2012 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Blocking TRPV3 may help treat itch in dry skin conditions.
September 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Not having enough cystatin M/E protein causes less hair growth and dry skin.
December 2022 in “Stem Cells and Development” Exosomes from stem cells help improve nerve repair in rats.
April 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Topical gabapentin was safe and effective for treating scalp symptoms and promoting hair regrowth in cicatricial alopecias.
April 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The back of the scalp has more nerve fibers than the front, which may explain why some people feel more sensitivity there.
46 citations,
March 2019 in “Journal of Pineal Research” Melatonin improves cashmere goat hair growth and quality by increasing antioxidants and reducing cell death.
August 2006 in “Experimental dermatology” Neurotrophins are important for hair growth and response to stress.
12 citations,
January 1981 in “Springer eBooks” Environmental factors like temperature and nutrition affect hair growth, with humans showing seasonal hair growth differences.
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4 citations,
April 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The skin has about 230,000 touch-sensitive nerve fibers, with high concentrations in the hands and face.
262 citations,
May 2017 in “Nanomedicine” New nanofiber technology improves wound healing by supporting cell growth and delivering treatments directly to the wound.
New methods to classify curly hair types were developed based on shape and strength.
December 2019 in “Buletin de psihiatrie integrativă” Skin treatments can improve both skin health and emotional well-being, but they require careful management of patient expectations and potential addiction risks.
A new system for classifying curly hair types using precise measurements can improve hair care products and cultural inclusion.
29 citations,
September 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Hair disorders are caused by a complex mix of biology, genetics, hormones, and environmental factors, affecting hair growth and leading to conditions like alopecia.
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December 2020 in “The FASEB Journal” Blocking adenosine A2B receptor may prevent or treat hearing loss.
142 citations,
September 2020 in “Journal of neurophysiology” Young adults have about 230,000 tactile nerve fibers, decreasing 5-8% per decade with age.
3 citations,
February 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Autologous Platelet and Extracellular Vesicle-Rich Plasma (PVRP) has potential in enhancing tissue regeneration and improving hair conditions, but its effectiveness varies due to individual differences.
March 2024 in “Agriculture” CRISPR/Cas9 gene-editing shows promise for improving sheep and goat breeding but faces challenges with efficiency and accuracy.
Editing the FGF5 gene in sheep increases fine wool growth.
April 2023 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Neuropathic pruritus is a commonly overlooked and wrongly diagnosed type of chronic itching that is hard to treat.
115 citations,
November 2004 in “Brain Behavior and Immunity” Stress increases nerve fibers and immune cell activity in mouse skin, possibly worsening skin conditions.
12 citations,
September 2010 in “Clothing and Textiles Research Journal” Poplar seed hair fibers could be an eco-friendly insulation for textiles.
276 citations,
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220 citations,
March 2020 in “Advanced functional materials” Biomaterials with MSC-derived substances could improve tissue repair and have advantages over direct cell therapy.
127 citations,
December 2005 in “Experimental Dermatology” Stress can stop hair growth in mice, and treatments can reverse this effect.
95 citations,
November 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Treatments for permanent hair loss from scarring aim to stop further loss, not regrow hair, and vary by condition, with partial success common.