January 2026 in “Microsystems & Nanoengineering” This review discusses advancements in skin microphysiological systems, such as 3D bioprinting, skin organoids, and skin-on-a-chip, and their effectiveness in emulating human skin functions for research and preclinical applications, highlighting the potential for replacing animal testing with these innovative technologies.
January 2026 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This review indicates that while microneedling shows potential for managing androgenetic alopecia, particularly in combination with other treatments, the existing evidence is of low to moderate quality, and more robust trials are needed to confirm its clinical efficacy and safety.
December 2025 in “Dietetics” This paper reviewed studies from 2019 to 2025 on the use of olive oil and other derivatives from the European olive tree for skin, hair, and nail care, noting their roles in wound healing and skin aging while highlighting a favorable safety profile.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” In this study, XZYFD, a Traditional Chinese Medicine formulation, was found to improve androgenetic alopecia in a testosterone-induced mouse model by promoting hair regrowth, restoring follicular morphology, and modulating androgen metabolism, MAPK signaling, and lipid metabolism pathways, suggesting potential benefits for patients with metabolic dysfunction.
July 2025 in “Carbohydrate Polymers” This study investigated the extracellular polysaccharides from the edible green alga Parachlorella sp. BX1.5, finding that they have potential applications in cosmetics and health products due to their stability, antioxidant properties, and effects on hair growth in mice.
June 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study reports that autologous micrografting may effectively treat stretch marks by promoting extracellular matrix remodeling and enhancing fibroblast activity, potentially expanding therapeutic options for this condition.
In this study, researchers developed an environmentally friendly hair coating from casein proteins and tannic acid, enhancing the tensile strength of virgin Asian hair by approximately 21% compared to untreated hair, while maintaining elasticity.
December 2024 in “Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition” In this narrative review, researchers examined common misconceptions and questions about creatine monohydrate, addressing issues such as its potential effects on muscle benefits without exercise, interactions with caffeine, inflammatory properties, safety during pregnancy, and effects on adolescents, among others.
February 2024 in “Journal of Robotic Surgery” This review described the growing field of surgical robotics and highlighted various companies producing surgical robots primarily in America and Europe, emphasizing the robots' potential to improve surgical outcomes in multiple specialties but also noting their limitations.
August 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study found that platelet-rich plasma is effective and safe for treating chronic wounds, particularly diabetic and venous ulcers, and vitiligo, without increasing the risk of infection.
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November 2024 in “Materials” This review discusses the medical and dental applications of polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), highlighting their potential for improving drug delivery and providing biocompatible solutions for medical devices, but reports no new clinical results.
This study found that the dark pigmentation pattern in Dun Mongolian horses' "Bider marking" is closely associated with higher protein levels and specific localization of MITF and WNT3A, suggesting these are key factors in its formation.
September 2025 in “Biology of Sex Differences” This analysis found that females have a higher lifetime risk of alopecia areata across various regions and time periods, with increased risk associated with higher socio-demographic index levels.
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June 2015 in “Journal of cardiovascular pharmacology and therapeutics” This article discusses the use of direct vasodilators and sympatholytic agents in hypertension management, highlighting their utility in specific cases like refractory hypertension and heart failure, but reports no new clinical results.
April 2023 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This article reviews drug repurposing as a strategy to overcome challenges in drug discovery, emphasizing AI and machine learning's role, but presents no new clinical results.
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December 2015 in “Cochrane library” This review observed limited evidence of clinically significant benefits from treatments for acute central serous chorioretinopathy, which often resolves spontaneously, but identified PDT and micropulse laser as the most promising for further trials.
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January 2021 in “Biophysics Reports” This review highlights the current progress and application pros and cons of various cell-based screening platforms in drug discovery, discussing challenges and potential improvements for these innovative methods.
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January 2016 in “Oxidative medicine and cellular longevity” This review discusses the biological effects and mechanisms of THSG in antiaging and related disease treatments but reports no new experimental findings.
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September 2020 in “Journal of Patient-Reported Outcomes” This study found that alopecia areata significantly impacts emotional and psychological well-being, relationships, and lifestyles, highlighting the need for increased awareness and effective treatments.
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July 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review focuses on the role of the transcription factor Foxn1 in skin biology and discusses its potential implications for regenerative medicine, but reports no new clinical results.
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March 2008 in “Wound Repair and Regeneration” This article discusses the development of consensus-based guidelines for preventing lower extremity arterial insufficiency ulcers but reports no new clinical results.
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May 2021 in “Stem Cells International” This study reviewed the progress in developing induced platelets from human stem cells as an alternative source to meet clinical demands, although challenges remain for large-scale production and clinical application.
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August 2023 in “Military Medical Research” This review discusses recent advancements in responsive-hydrogel dressings for diabetic wound healing, highlighting their design, responsiveness, and degradation behavior, and evaluating their potential advantages and limitations in clinical applications.
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August 2022 in “Veterinary medicine and science” This review discusses various diagnostic and treatment strategies for canine prostate diseases, including pharmacological options and advanced procedures, but reports no new clinical results.
September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Follow these guidelines to safely and effectively use energy-based devices in aesthetic treatments.
January 2015 in “Journal of cosmetics, dermatological sciences and applications” This study observed that a low energy pulsed-light device combined with galvanic energy was effective and safe for reducing unwanted hair in individuals with dark skin types V and VI.
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August 2024 in “Heliyon” This review article highlights recent progress and challenges in stem cell transplantation for regenerative medicine, emphasizing its potential in tissue repair for conditions like bone and cartilage injuries, neurological disorders, and blood diseases, while stressing the importance of overcoming current obstacles for future advancements.
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April 2017 in “Scientific Reports” In this study, nitrogen starvation in Chlorella sp. FC2 IITG led to increased lipid accumulation by altering the expression of enzymes involved in various metabolic pathways, suggesting potential for genetic engineering of microalgae.
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January 2023 in “Biomaterials Research” This review explores the application and implications of 3D bioprinting in plastic surgery but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing its potential benefits and challenges for future research.
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August 2023 in “Materials” This review highlights that synthetic biodegradable polymers like PVA, PCL, PLA, PLGA, PU, and PEO/PEG can address the limitations of natural polymers in wound healing, offering improved mechanical properties and slower degradation, thereby enhancing their application as wound dressings.