43 citations
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April 2021 in “Angiogenesis” This review examines the evolving understanding of lymphatic vessel development, emphasizing new cellular mechanisms and lineage diversity, while discussing experimental methods and identifying key knowledge gaps.
40 citations
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June 2013 in “Scientific Reports” This study found an association between a splice site variant in the KRT71 gene and curly hair in Selkirk Rex cats, identifying a significant locus on chromosome B4.
19 citations
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July 2006 in “Lasers in medical science” This review discusses hormone-related hair growth, hirsutism treatment options, and the combination of eflornithine and laser hair removal, reporting no new clinical results.
17 citations
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October 2015 in “Medicine and Pharmacy Reports” This article reviews current research on animal models for hair regrowth treatments and reports no new findings; it highlights the need for studies comparing therapy efficiency and long-term safety.
15 citations
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January 2015 in “Pharmaceutical Biology” In a study on nude mice, topical application of Chrysanthemum zawadskii extracts stimulated hair growth and increased hair follicle numbers, suggesting potential for alopecia therapy.
14 citations
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February 2014 in “Experimental Cell Research” This review examines the role of stem cells and their niches in continuously growing ectodermal organs like teeth, hair, and claws, providing insights from mouse models without presenting new research findings.
13 citations
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January 2011 in “Journal of natural pharmaceuticals” This study suggests that extract from Musa paradisiaca unripe fruit may promote hair growth in mice, indicating potential as a hair growth treatment.
9 citations
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November 2019 in “Scientific reports” This study isolated a bioactive peptide from Trapa japonica fruit and found that it may protect human dermal papilla cells from DHT-induced stress, suggesting potential for biomedical applications.
8 citations
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December 2020 in “Scientific reports” This study examined the genetic basis for the curly hair trait in Mangalitza pigs, finding two specific genetic variants that contribute to this distinctive phenotype through autosomal dominant inheritance.
8 citations
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March 2009 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” This study found that the "flying-wings" expanded scalp flap technique effectively restored hemiscalp defects in children following burns, achieving pleasing aesthetic results and proper hair growth direction with minimal complications.
7 citations
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April 2018 in “Cosmetics” This study found that the medulla of Japanese hair contains unsaturated lipids such as squalene and oleic acid, which may contribute to hair glossiness.
7 citations
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August 2005 in “Evolutionary anthropology” Human hair is unique and important for understanding human evolution and identity.
6 citations
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May 2020 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” This study found that while yak belly hair is chemically similar to human hair, its higher porosity and lower mechanical strength limit its usefulness as a substitute in hair dye development.
4 citations
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January 2020 in “Frontiers in Physiology” This review discusses molecular signaling pathways and nutritional factors influencing feather growth and regeneration in poultry and offers no new results; the authors suggest these insights may guide strategies for producing superior plumage.
4 citations
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January 2010 in “Animal” Improving knowledge and practices in animal fibre production is crucial to meet market demands and potentially revive natural fibres.
4 citations
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July 1993 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” This article, titled "Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow," was published in 1993, but it provides no abstract or new research results.
3 citations
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January 2021 in “Applied sciences” This study found that in C57BL/6 mice, treatment with fermented red ginseng marc, a traditional polyherb formula, or a combination of both, promoted hair growth by enhancing the hair-growth cycle.
3 citations
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May 2018 in “InTech eBooks” This review discusses the evaluation of animal models for hair research and regeneration, highlighting their importance and limitations, and calls for improved approaches to advance understanding of human hair diseases.
1 citations
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May 2025 in “Scientific Reports” In this study, researchers analyzed skin tissues from two types of Jinlan Cashmere Goats and identified crucial non-coding RNA mechanisms potentially impacting cashmere yield, revealing significant DE lncRNAs, mRNA expressions, and pathways relevant to cashmere quality improvement.
1 citations
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May 2025 in “Animal Bioscience” This study explored the spatial variation of THFD in cashmere goats and identified four genes associated with it, offering insights that could aid in the development of THFD genes for these animals.
1 citations
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August 2023 in “Biomolecules & therapeutics” In this study, researchers found that recombinant human HAPLN1 promoted hair growth in mice and human hair matrix cells by activating specific signaling pathways, suggesting it may offer a potential hair loss treatment with fewer side effects than existing medications.
March 2026 in “The Indian Journal of Animal Sciences” This study on Indian dromedary camel breeds investigated the KRTAP7 protein, finding all four breeds shared an identical gene sequence, with 13 phosphorylation and glycosylation sites influencing hair characteristics, alongside predicted interactions with other biosynthesis-related proteins.
December 2025 in “Journal of World Economy” In this study, original natural organic cosmetics with a natural index of ≥ 90% and efficacy patents increased purchase intention and reduced promotional dependency in the US market.
April 2025 in “National Journal of Medical Research” This observational study conducted in an Indian hospital found that autoimmune conditions, particularly alopecia areata, were the most prevalent scalp dermatoses among 152 patients, emphasizing the importance of accurate diagnosis and treatment to address both physical and psychological impacts.
April 2024 in “International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences” In this study of 60 patients aged 1 to 60 with clinically diagnosed scalp diseases, researchers identified age, sex, educational level, occupation, socio-economic condition, family history, and behavior as factors associated with the prevalence of these diseases.
February 2024 in “Frontiers in physiology” This study examines the role of hair follicle stem cells in epidermal regeneration during skin soft tissue expansion, proposing a potential method for their cellular and molecular regulation.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical Research” This review highlights the potential of plant-derived molecules like Epigallocatechin-3-Gallate and Ginsenosides to promote healthy hair growth by enhancing nutrient supply and blood flow to the scalp, and notes their growing role in natural hair care product development.
September 2023 in “Asian journal of beauty & cosmetology” In this review paper, the authors explored the composition and role of lipids in human hair, highlighting their importance for hair texture, moisture retention, and tensile strength, while noting that the understanding of hair lipids' functions remains controversial and requires further research.
January 2019 in “Advances in stem cells and their niches” This review outlines the various fibroblast subsets in the skin dermis, their origins, and their influence on epidermal stem cell behavior, highlighting the role of the local dermal niche in stem cell plasticity.
This study found that isolated human scalp hair follicles express PGE2 genes and EP2 protein, suggesting PGE2 may play a crucial role in regulating hair growth.