9 citations
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June 1947 in “Analytical Chemistry” Cold waving solutions quickly reduce cystine to cysteine in hair.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” In this study, researchers developed a novel periodate oxidation method for extracting keratin micro-units from waste hair and feathers, achieving yields of 31.28% and 20.64% respectively, enhancing the stability of oil-in-water emulsions and suggesting potential for sustainable biomaterial production.
24 citations
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February 2015 in “Experimental Cell Research” This study found that overexpression of the transcription factor NFIC may enhance the proliferation and differentiation of stem cells from the apical papilla, suggesting its potential role in dentin/root regeneration.
January 2006 in “Zhongguo bijiao yixue zazhi” This study demonstrated a simple and efficient method to isolate epithelial cells from rat vibrissa follicles, reducing labor and contamination risk while maintaining positive K19 staining.
6 citations
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February 2016 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses historical and literary accounts of sudden hair whitening, known as canities subita, and presents no new clinical findings.
4 citations
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October 2022 in “Cell Reports Physical Science” This study developed a novel mineralization strategy using metal-polyphenol coordination for dynamic control of nano-scale processes, enhancing hydrogels that support wound healing with antibacterial and angiogenesis-promoting properties.
March 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that replacing components with artificial sebum in the modified Leeming and Notman agar medium significantly increased the growth yield of Malassezia restricta.
June 2026 in “Studia Biologica” This study found that in semi-coarse wool sheep of the Ukrainian Carpathian Mountain breed, changes in microflora and grease composition are linked to increased felting in wool, due to wetter, more alkaline fleece conditions that promote bacterial and mold growth and alter fatty acid balances.
1 citations
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March 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This case report describes a therapy-resistant folliculitis decalvans patient who showed nearly complete response with increased hair density after treatment with CO2 laser-assisted photodynamic therapy.
7 citations
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May 1978 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” This case report details a 36-year-old man with atypical necrobiosis lipoidica on his face, characterized by annular lesions and prominent giant cells without clear granuloma formation.
August 2025 in “Materials Today Bio” This study reports that novel nanofibrous dressings combining polylysine and tannic acid significantly reduce bacterial burden, support wound healing, and exhibit strong anti-inflammatory effects in infected full-thickness wounds, promoting near-complete closure and skin regeneration within two weeks.
62 citations
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December 2007 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” This study found that enzymatic conversion of Arg-51 in S100A3 protein to citrulline promotes homotetramer assembly, potentially increasing Ca²⁺ binding required for hair cuticular barrier formation.
In this study, researchers investigated how rhizosphere microorganisms, including specific bacteria and fungi, can regulate plant root architecture in acidic red soils by mechanisms such as hormone production and phosphorus solubilization, potentially enhancing soil productivity.
This article discusses the effects of ablative carbon dioxide laser treatment for skin rejuvenation, noting it requires only a single treatment but involves more complex postoperative management, without reporting new clinical outcomes.
1 citations
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January 2009 in “Journal of S C C J” This study investigated the effect of peracetic acid treatment on hair fiber structure and found that disulfide bond oxidation altered thermal properties while preserving the α-crystal structure, suggesting different stabilizing interactions in hair fibers.
8 citations
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May 2005 in “The American journal of dermatopathology/American journal of dermatopathology” This study observed unique ultrastructural changes in a 4-year-old girl with pili trianguli et canaliculi that may affect hair shaft surface characteristics due to inner root sheath alterations.
May 2026 in “Waste and Biomass Valorization” 22 citations
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September 1982 in “Journal of ultrastructure research” This study reports new cellular features and complex interaction systems in fiber differentiation, indicating more intricate cellular organization than previously recognized, including features like mast cells and primary cilia.
February 2025 in “Journal of Forensic Sciences” The study found that sonication washing of hair roots with fewer than 50 visible nuclei could reduce the number of nuclei available for DNA extraction and STR typing, suggesting that for laboratories focused on nuDNA analysis, a gentler washing method might be adequate.
In this study, hair composted with various organic materials, and inoculated with Bacillus subtilis, showed improved degradation and nutrient release, but temperatures below 33℃ limited composting efficiency, suggesting bacterial augmentation could aid sustainable management of keratin-rich waste.
January 2015 in “Georg Thieme Verlag eBooks” Chemical peeling and dermabrasion improve skin texture and appearance when done correctly.
This study found that Ca²⁺ signaling and peptidylarginine deiminase enzymes play a crucial role in activating neural stem cells in response to injury in zebrafish, suggesting potential therapeutic targets for CNS injuries and cancer.
25 citations
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February 2007 in “Forensic science international” This study found that different decontamination protocols caused varying levels of cuticle damage in hair, with aqueous buffer treatment resulting in the most substantial degradation.
4 citations
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August 2018 in “Journal of cellular biochemistry” This study found that sustained intracellular acidosis in mice was associated with shortened lifespan, early aging signs, and impaired autophagy.
1 citations
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October 2022 in “Bioengineering” This study found that adding keratin to a collagen hydrogel improved keratinocyte differentiation compared to a pure collagen hydrogel, particularly when calcium was also present in the media.
1 citations
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January 2008 in “Massey Research Online (Massey University)” This study found that enzyme depilation of lambskins can cause damage due to the removal of collagen VI, suggesting the need for a protease that avoids this interaction for successful application.
1 citations
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June 2014 in “[Thesis]. Manchester, UK: The University of Manchester; 2014.” This study found that chemically modifying human hair through esterification or disulfide reduction and alkylation affects the hair's viscoelastic properties, including stability, integrity, and response to moisture.
This abstract discusses the mechanism and effects of ablative carbon dioxide laser treatment for skin tightening, reporting no new clinical results but noting the need for involved postoperative management.
3 citations
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April 2018 in “JURNAL ILMU KEFARMASIAN INDONESIA” This study evaluated water extracts from Ambon banana humps incorporated into a cream bath and found it had suitable physical characteristics for use as a hair growth product.
June 2026 in “Frontiers in Physiology” In this study, a topical cream containing 3% lactic acid ferment lysate (VHProbi ® MixP) was found to significantly reduce sebum, porphyrin levels, and pore size, while increasing hydration and improving skin texture in participants with oily skin over a 60-day period.