10 citations
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December 2017 in “Chemosphere” In this study, BPA rapidly increased dendritic spine and synapse densities in cultured rat hippocampal neurons, with involvement of estrogen receptors and ERK1/2 and p38 pathways, but disrupted dihydrotestosterone's effects on synaptic plasticity.
10 citations
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May 2021 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Delivery” This study found that CoQ10 formulated in transethosomes showed improved penetration and a better clinical response in treating androgenic alopecia compared to CoQ10 solution.
10 citations
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January 2014 in “Journal of prosthodontic research” This study found that while both natural and bioengineered salivary glands showed similar protein concentrations in response to taste stimulation, their protein compositions and amylase concentrations differed, which may affect nerve signal balance.
9 citations
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March 2024 in “Journal of Biomaterials Applications” This study developed dissolving microneedles using specific polymers for transdermal delivery of rizatriptan benzoate, demonstrating improved drug skin penetration and significant alleviation of migraine symptoms in vivo compared to passive diffusion, suggesting potential advantages over conventional treatment methods for acute migraine.
9 citations
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September 2021 in “Stem Cell Reviews and Reports” This study concluded that hair-derived stem cells from older donors may offer a promising alternative for autologous corneal endothelial replacement, potentially benefitting patients of various age groups.
9 citations
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November 2018 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This study reports that a plant extract from Orobanche rapum can stimulate skin rejuvenation and protect cutaneous microbiota, potentially creating healthier skin.
9 citations
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January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” This chapter discusses the skin stem cell niche as a complex ecosystem and highlights the diverse components and interactions that influence stem cell function, but it reports no new experimental results.
9 citations
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March 2011 in “Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology” This review discusses current stem cell technologies, their potential therapeutic uses, and imaging techniques for tracking transplanted cells, without reporting new experimental results.
8 citations
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May 2024 in “PLoS Biology” This study on feather pattern formation in chicken skin found that inhibiting gap junctional intercellular communication can lead to the emergence of new feather buds in specific spatial patterns, suggesting that GJIC may facilitate Turing-type periodic patterning by propagating inhibitory signals over long distances.
8 citations
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January 2020 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” This article discusses the potential for topical caffeine as a natural alternative for treating androgenetic alopecia due to its ability to penetrate skin, but it reports no new clinical findings.
8 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Veterinary Medical Science” This study found that canine adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cell-derived dermal papilla-like tissues promoted new hair follicle formation and increased vascularization in mice, suggesting potential for hair regeneration.
8 citations
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January 2008 in “European Journal of Pediatrics” This report describes two prepubertal children with autoimmune gastritis, highlighting the need to screen paediatric patients with organ-specific autoimmune diseases for co-existing conditions.
8 citations
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January 2023 in “Journal of Clinical and Translational Hepatology” This study examines the development and application of cultured models for gallbladder carcinoma and highlights innovations and challenges in constructing effective in vitro growth models for cancer research.
8 citations
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October 2018 in “Applied sciences” This study found that alginate spheres maintain dermal papilla cells in a dormant state with increased trichogenecity, suggesting potential benefits for cell therapy in androgenic alopecia.
7 citations
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February 2025 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” In a study using a mouse model, HF-MSCs were reported to enhance ovarian function in cyclophosphamide-induced premature ovarian failure more effectively than HU-MSCs, potentially by preventing ferroptosis in granulosa cells via the KEAP1/NRF2/HO-1 pathway.
7 citations
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November 2022 in “Communications biology” This study found that injecting keratin into the skin of mice promoted hair growth, potentially through keratin's interaction with hair-forming cells and changes in the microenvironment.
7 citations
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March 2021 in “Biology” This study found that silk fibroin/sodium alginate scaffolds seeded with dermal papilla cells may accelerate skin repair and hair follicle regeneration in a rat model.
7 citations
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March 2020 in “PloS one” This study demonstrates that α-parvin is crucial for epidermal morphogenesis and hair follicle development by mediating integrin-dependent adhesion and actin organization in keratinocytes.
7 citations
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November 2014 in “Histochemistry and Cell Biology” This study found that mutant mice with the we/we wal/wal genotype exhibit significant defects in hair shaft structure and epidermis stratification, correlating with postnatal alopecia symptoms.
7 citations
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April 2012 in “Biomolecular concepts” This article reviews the role of keratins in epithelial function and structure, discussing their involvement in growth control, organelle functions, and pathomechanisms of disorders, but reports no new clinical results.
7 citations
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December 2011 in “Annals of anatomy” This study found that involucrin likely plays a key role in forming the cornified material of the medulla and inner root sheath of human hair, contributing to its mechanical strength.
6 citations
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September 2024 in “Frontiers in Physiology” This study found that overexpression of R-spondin 3 in a mice model impaired hair morphogenesis and regeneration by reducing hair matrix progenitor cell proliferation, thus disrupting the Wnt pathway's regulation of stem cells.
6 citations
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September 2024 in “BMC Pulmonary Medicine” This study demonstrated that CEP may effectively treat pulmonary fibrosis by inhibiting fibroblast activation through regulating macrophage M2 polarization and decreasing fibrosis-associated factors, suggesting a new avenue for future research in this area.
6 citations
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September 2022 in “Frontiers in pharmacology” In this study, Epimedii Folium extract was found to enhance melanin production and promote pigmentation through mechanisms involving the MAPK/ERK1/2 pathway in both in vitro and in vivo models.
6 citations
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April 2022 in “Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences” This study reports that a new protocol using Angio PRP improved wound healing in mice by enhancing key healing processes and regulating inflammation, suggesting potential for clinical advancements.
6 citations
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February 2022 in “The journal of neuroscience/The Journal of neuroscience” This study observed that deleting PTEN in mouse facial motoneurons enhanced peripheral axon regeneration but also led to physiological changes and potential hyperplasia in older mice.
6 citations
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September 2020 in “Advanced Biology” This study found that using the OptoTrkA system to control TrkA activity with blue light enhanced proliferation, migration, and differentiation of hair-follicle-derived stem cells into neuronal and glial cells.
6 citations
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May 2009 in “Cell transplantation” This study found that EGCG improved the integrity of skin grafts during cryopreservation, suggesting its potential usefulness for skin preservation, though the exact mechanism remains unclear.
6 citations
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December 1996 in “The Journal of Clinical Pharmacology” Terazosin and finasteride together cause no major issues.
5 citations
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October 2024 in “International Journal of Biological Sciences” This study found that a specific fragment of AIMP1, secreted by hair follicle stem cells, activated dermal papilla cells, leading to enhanced hair regrowth and maintenance in mice.