April 2024 in “Communications biology” Enzymes involved in Vitamin A metabolism affect hair growth and type in mice.
April 2024 in “Applied biological chemistry” Piperine from black pepper can make hair less oily by blocking fat cell development in hair roots.
April 2024 in “Animal models and experimental medicine” PRP treatment helps hair growth and rebalances scalp bacteria in androgenetic alopecia patients.
March 2024 in “Journal of pharmacy & pharmaceutical sciences” Polymeric microneedles offer a less invasive, long-lasting drug delivery method that improves patient compliance and reduces side effects.
March 2024 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” Enzymatically extracted bear oil has more unsaturated fats and significantly increases hair growth in mice.
March 2024 in “Journal of functional biomaterials” A kimchi-derived bacterium could help whiten teeth and prevent bad breath.
March 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Three specific genetic variants cause severe skin issues in children with EBS, highlighting the need for early genetic screening.
March 2024 in “International journal of nanomedicine” Polymeric nanohydrogels show potential for skin drug delivery but have concerns like toxicity and regulatory hurdles.
Meis2 is essential for touch sensation and proper nerve connection to touch receptors in certain skin areas of mice.
February 2024 in “New phytologist” DNA changes in tetraploid wheat improve root growth and nitrogen use.
February 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Type 3 Innate Lymphoid Cells help maintain skin health and balance, and are involved in skin diseases and healing.
November 2023 in “Cureus” Magnetized saline water lotion increased hair growth in men with hair loss.
November 2023 in “ACS Omega” New liposome treatment successfully delivers CRISPR to deactivate a key enzyme in androgen-related disorders.
November 2023 in “Advanced Science” A specific hair protein variant increases the spread of breast cancer and is linked to worse survival rates.
November 2023 in “Frontiers in Medicine” The method effectively mimics shaving damage on skin for testing skincare products.
September 2023 in “Biomedical Optics Express” New imaging techniques show testosterone delays hair growth and shrinks follicles in mice, but have limited depth for viewing.
September 2023 in “The FASEB journal” Foxn1 is important for fat development, metabolism, and wound healing in skin.
August 2023 in “MOJ women's health” Brown Adipose Tissue (BAT) could potentially treat Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) by controlling energy balance and lipid homeostasis, but more human research is needed.
August 2023 in “Bioengineering” Bioprinting could greatly improve health outcomes but faces challenges like material choice and ensuring long-term survival of printed tissues.
July 2023 in “Biomolecules” The new "whisker follicle microinjection assay" can test how different biomolecules affect hair growth and color.
July 2023 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Biopolymers are increasingly used in cosmetics for their non-toxicity and skin benefits, with future biotech advancements likely to expand their applications.
June 2023 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Get3d protein helps maintain photosynthesis in plants and photosynthetic bacteria.
May 2023 in “Materials research foundations” Nanomaterials like silver and gold can improve wound healing but need more research for safety.
January 2023 in “IGI Global eBooks” Cannabis may help with skin and hair health but could also increase heart and stroke risks.
December 2022 in “Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications” HtrA2 activity is crucial for normal hair growth by regulating fat cell development.
September 2022 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” Taxifolin from Rhododendron mucronulatum may help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.
April 2011 in “한국생물공학회 학술대회” Lotion with fucoidan from brown seaweed improved skin and reduced allergy symptoms in mice with dermatitis.
February 2023 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” A new version of minoxidil, a hair loss treatment, was made using nanotechnology. This version, called minoxidil cubosomes, works better and causes fewer skin reactions than the old version. It also penetrates and stays in the skin better, promoting hair regrowth. It's safe and could be a good alternative to current treatments.
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February 2014 in “Aaps Pharmscitech” Improved hair loss treatment using special particles and surfactants.
September 1995 in “American Journal of Contact Dermatitis” Antiyeast treatments work better for seborrheic dermatitis than steroids, and other findings include increased skin bacteria under plastic wrap, a nasal cell defect in Staphylococcus aureus carriers, quick resolution of certain skin reactions, high rubber latex allergy in spina bifida patients, and glyceryl monopentadecanoate's effectiveness for male hair loss.