March 2025 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” In this study, three different hair serums were tested for their impact on Telogen effluvium in adult females, finding all effective in reducing hair shedding, with the cytokine-based serum showing the most significant improvement, reducing hair fall by 54.6% without adverse effects.
January 2025 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” This study explored the molecular mechanisms determining the identity of keratinocytes and corneal epithelial cells, finding that miRNAs from the Gtl2-Dio3 region, which regulate key signaling pathways, play a significant role in cell identity through the Hox/Gtl2-Dio3 miRNA axis.
December 2024 in “Veterinary Sciences” In this study of Zhexi Angora rabbits, researchers found that the fine-wool group exhibited lower fiber diameters and a higher hair follicle density than the coarse-wool group, and they identified key candidate genes potentially regulating wool quality through RNA-seq and genome resequencing techniques.
This meta-analysis reports that ritlecitinib significantly improved hair growth in alopecia areata patients compared to placebo, although its potential requires further clinical exploration.
June 2024 in “Archives of dermatological research” Targeted testing for telogen effluvium patients can save healthcare costs.
In this study, 20% whale oil applied to mice was observed to promote hair growth more effectively than a control or 3% minoxidil, showing increased hair follicles and thicker subcutaneous tissue.
March 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” This study found that human meibomian glands differ significantly from free and hair-associated sebaceous glands in morphology and lipid composition, making them highly specialized holocrine glands.
February 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” This study established an animal model using UV-irradiated C57BL/6 mice to assess hair luster, reporting that UV exposure alters keratin-associated protein gene expression, and suggested potential for developing effective hair care products by evaluating treatments like oral minoxidil.
January 2024 in “Pan African Medical Journal” This study aimed to document and compare the prevalence and characteristics of hair loss in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, noting the differences in trichoscopic and histopathologic evaluations between those with and without alopecia. Results are not reported.
November 2023 in “BMC genomics” Using a multi-omics analysis, this study identified key regulators like PLA2G12A, KRT79, and prostaglandin B2 that influence cashmere fineness, providing crucial data for understanding the molecular mechanisms behind this trait in Liaoning cashmere goats.
November 2023 in “British journal of nutrition” This study found that curcumin supplementation in adults significantly increased serum adiponectin levels and decreased leptin levels, based on a meta-analysis of 13 randomized controlled trials.
October 2023 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” In this bibliometric study, researchers analyzed 96 publications from 2000 to 2022 to identify trends in HIV-1 capsid inhibitor research, highlighting the USA as a leading contributor and emphasizing the importance of molecular studies and drug discovery in advancing antiretroviral therapy.
June 2023 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This study identified core genes and pathways involved in androgenetic alopecia, finding that genes related to hair follicle development are down-regulated, while those linked to immune responses are up-regulated, highlighting potential therapeutic targets.
This study found significant differences in mRNA and miRNA expression between yak dermal papilla cells and epidermal hair matrix cells, suggesting important roles for these molecules in hair follicle development.
November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This review analyzes granted patents for skin bioinks for 3D skin bioprinting from 2017 to 2022 and reports no new clinical results.
January 2022 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica et Adriatica (Tiskana izd.)” This article presents an overview of uncombable hair syndrome, emphasizing its clinical and molecular characteristics and noting systemic manifestations such as neuropsychiatric, ophthalmic, and cardiopulmonary issues.
January 2020 in “Estetologia Medyczna i Kosmetologia” This review reports that most active ingredients in Polish hair loss products lack scientific backing for their effectiveness against hair loss, with some even having counterproductive effects.
December 2022 in “Frontiers in Microbiology” This study found that individuals with androgenetic alopecia had higher scalp microbiome diversity and more complex scalp-gut microbiome networks than those without, suggesting a link between skin-gut microorganisms and hair loss development.
January 2022 in “Surgical and Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found a significant correlation between androgenic alopecia and metabolic syndrome, suggesting individuals with alopecia have higher odds of metabolic syndrome.
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November 2021 in “Obesity Reviews” This meta-analysis found a consistent positive association between glucocorticoids in hair and obesity measures, with the relationship between hair cortisone and waist circumference being particularly clinically relevant.
March 2026 in “Applied Sciences” In this scoping review, researchers observed that while AI-assisted trichoscopy holds promise for standardized assessments of hair and scalp disorders, its clinical translation is limited by small proprietary datasets, inconsistent validation protocols, and a scarcity of real-world clinical studies.
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December 2019 in “PLoS ONE” This study validated the Black Identity, Hair Product Use, and Breast Cancer Scale (BHBS) as a tool to measure social and cultural factors related to hair product use and perceived breast cancer risk in Black women.
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November 2019 in “American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene” This case report highlights a patient who developed pancytopenia, transaminase elevation, and alopecia after consuming large amounts of veterinary albendazole purchased online, which he used without medical supervision.
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May 2019 in “Journal of Stem Cells & Regenerative Medicine” This study found that mesenchymal stem cells derived from dental pulp and adipose tissue have distinct gene expression signatures that suggest potential target diseases for clinical applications.
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October 2021 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” This study found that most milk powder samples tested from the Romanian market contained element concentrations exceeding legal limits, especially potassium, calcium, chlorine, phosphorus, and aluminum.
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October 2025 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This study identified several previously unrecognized adverse events linked to ISO, including serious conditions such as Dandy-Walker syndrome and suicidal ideation, suggesting that safety measures and drug labeling should be updated.
August 2025 in “BMC Genomics” In this study, researchers found distinct gene expression patterns in Standardbred trotters capable of racing barefoot, suggesting a genetic basis for hoof strength and identifying specific genes involved in hoof biology, which could enhance equine performance and wellbeing through targeted genetic research.
July 2025 in “Derecho y cambio social.” This cross-meta-analysis examined policosanol biorefining methods in 18 Ibero-American countries, reporting that Cuba, Spain, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, and Portugal show significant advances, but highlighted the need for better coordination between academia and industry for improved yield efficiency.
August 2024 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” In this study, researchers analyzed skin tissue from two sheep breeds during the growing period and identified 56 differentially expressed lncRNAs and 616 mRNAs linked to hair follicle development, suggesting potential targets for improving sheep wool quality through genetic and molecular approaches.
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March 2021 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” This study found that Google users are increasingly searching for health information on dermatological issues, with particular interest in itch, hair loss, and skin rash.