This study explored new molecular structures as potential COVID-19 treatments, identifying a compound called Hit15 that inhibited viral infection in lab settings and reduced inflammation markers in human neutrophils, suggesting further development is warranted.
January 2024 in “Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation” This meta-analysis reported no significant differences in vocal alterations and quality of life between women with PCOS and control groups, yet emphasized that the findings are limited by a lack of high-quality studies, suggesting further research is needed.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” This research discusses the author's findings on methods for harvesting and preparing fat tissue for transplantation, highlighting rare but serious complications reported in animal studies and the use of conditioning devices.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” In this study, high prevalence of thyroid disorders was observed among a random sample, with autoimmune processes being significant, and women notably comprising 95.65% of those studied.
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” The abstract reports that non-cultured cellular grafting has become a prevalent and cost-effective method for treating stable vitiligo, with safety and effectiveness confirmed by two decades of studies. It critiques strict legislative oversight, suggesting it might unnecessarily increase costs and limit patient access.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study suggests that the Leptin receptor may serve as a novel cell surface marker for dermal papilla cells, potentially aiding future isolation and research efforts in hair follicle regeneration studies.
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January 2025 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” This review discusses the potential role of the dietary antioxidant index in reducing the risk of various diseases, including obesity-related conditions, certain cancers, osteoporosis, and mental illnesses, but calls for further studies to confirm these findings.
May 2026 in “Organoid Research” This review highlights recent advancements in the engineering of skin organoids using hydrogels, which improve their structural and functional fidelity by supporting the architecture and integration of vascular and neural components, promising to enhance regenerative medicine, drug discovery, and complex skin disorder studies.
November 2025 in “Journal of Pioneering Medical Science” This systematic review reported that probiotics, prebiotics, synbiotics, postbiotics, and dietary supplements may improve hair density and reduce dandruff severity in individuals with scalp disorders, potentially by modifying inflammation, oxidative stress, and microbiota composition; however, variability across studies limits the strength of these conclusions.
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October 1988 in “Clinics in Dermatology” A method was developed to grow hair follicles in a lab for research on hair growth and health.
April 2026 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” This study found that PGRP-S expression in mouse epidermis is specific to certain hair follicle epithelia, depending on the skin region, and can be transiently induced in flank skin hair follicle epithelium after exposure to Staphylococcus aureus, suggesting a role in environmental surveillance.
February 2024 in “Frontiers in physiology” This review highlights the important role of lymphatic vessels in skin regeneration and their interaction with skin stem cells, emphasizing recent research advancements and potential implications for managing skin diseases.
March 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Oral spironolactone and isotretinoin are effective for treating acne.
This study found that αvβ6 integrin inhibits keratinocyte proliferation during wound healing and hair regeneration, suggesting its downregulation may enhance recovery and influence epidermal stem cell behavior.
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March 2020 in “BMC plant biology” This study found that cotreatment with graphene oxide and indole-3-acetic acid significantly inhibited root development in Brassica napus, with the inhibition increasing as indole-3-acetic acid concentration rose.
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January 2000 in “Journal of Toxicologic Pathology” This study identified a single autosomal recessive gene responsible for hypotrichosis in a mutant rabbit strain, affecting hair growth and causing epidermal and hair follicle abnormalities.
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August 1979 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that a histochemical stain using 4-dimethyl-aminocinnamaldehyde effectively distinguishes between plucked anagen and telogen hairs by causing the root ends of anagen hairs to develop a red color.
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May 2023 in “European Journal of Human Genetics” This study found that mutations in the TULP3 gene are associated with progressive degeneration of the liver, kidney, and heart in adults, highlighting the importance of early detection and management.
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October 2016 in “Molecular biology of the cell” This essay shares the scientific pursuits and leadership approaches of the author's lab but presents no new research findings.
February 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This research studied European human hair, finding that cysteic acid and protein carbonylation increased with both chemical and photochemical oxidation. Protein carbonylation was highlighted as a more sensitive marker for photochemical oxidation, providing better in situ visualization of hair damage than cysteic acid.
April 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This article reviews existing studies on the use of oils, including castor, pumpkin, lavender, peppermint, rosemary, and tea tree oils, for treating androgenetic alopecia, highlighting the need for more research in humans, particularly within the Black community.
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April 2004 in “The Journal of Urology” Doxazosin and finasteride negatively affect sexual function in men with BPH.
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July 2015 in “Parasitology Research” This study found that the imidacloprid/flumethrin collar (Seresto®) is chemically compatible with major spot-on formulations and dermally and systemically safe for adult dogs and cats when used together.
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January 2015 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” This study observed a slight improvement in hair density in men with androgenetic alopecia treated with autologous platelet rich plasma, but only two cases showed cosmetic improvement.
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January 2019 in “Medizinische Genetik” Among families with pediatric brain disease, this study identified over 200 novel genetic causes, revealing potential treatment points using drug repurposing or nutritional supplementation.
September 1998 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Auto-portraits help evaluate scalp hair.
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August 2021 in “Scientific Reports” In this study, researchers estimated that 80% of patients infected with SARS-CoV-2 experienced at least one long-term symptom, with fatigue being the most common.
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May 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This analysis suggests that platelet-rich plasma therapy may be promising for treating androgenetic alopecia, but further controlled trials with standardized measures are needed to confirm its efficacy.
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February 2020 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” This review discusses pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments for androgenetic alopecia, noting that current medications like finasteride and minoxidil can slow hair loss but only partially restore hair growth, with early treatment offering better outcomes.
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June 2011 in “Movement Disorders” The LRRK2-G2019S mutation in Parkinson's disease has a lifetime penetrance of 25-35%, and finasteride may help reduce symptoms in adult male Tourette syndrome patients.