research African Hair Morphology: Macrostructure to Ultrastructure
African hair is more fragile due to its unique shape and internal structure.
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research Estrogen Receptors in Black and White Hairs
Females have higher estrogen receptor levels in hair than males, and these levels decrease in white hair compared to black hair.
research Surface Modification and Endothelialization of Biomaterials as Potential Scaffolds for Vascular Tissue Engineering Applications
Improving artificial vascular grafts requires better materials and surface designs to reduce blood clotting and support blood vessel cell growth.
research A Review of Aging and an Examination of Clinical Methods in the Assessment of Aging Skin. Part 2: Clinical Perspectives and Methods
The document concludes that various clinical methods are used to assess ageing skin and the effectiveness of anti-ageing products.
research Variation in Human Hair Ultrastructure Among Three Biogeographic Populations
Different populations have distinct hair structures related to their ancestry.
research Cytokine Loaded Layer-By-Layer Ultrathin Matrices to Deliver Single Dermal Papilla Cells for Spot-By-Spot Hair Follicle Regeneration
Scientists have created a method to deliver specific cells that can regenerate hair follicles, potentially offering a new treatment for hair loss.
research Polyethylene Glycol Ornamented Small Intestinal Submucosa Biosponge for Skin Tissue Engineering
The new SIS-PEG sponge is a promising material for skin regeneration and hair growth.
research Cryogelation of Human Hair Keratins
Human hair keratins can be turned into useful 3D biomedical scaffolds through a freeze-thaw process.
research Observations of Root Hair Patterning in Soils: Insights from Synchrotron-Based X-Ray Computed Microtomography
Root hairs in maize grow mainly in air-filled pores, limiting their role in nutrient uptake and plant anchorage.
research Emerging 3D Bioprinting Applications in Plastic Surgery
3D bioprinting in plastic surgery could lead to personalized grafts and fewer complications.
research Chitosan Hydrogel as Tissue Engineering Scaffolds for Vascular Regeneration Applications
Chitosan hydrogels are promising for repairing blood vessels but need improvements in strength and compatibility.
research Clinical Recognition and Management of Alopecia in Women of Color
The document concludes that it's important to recognize and treat hair loss in women of color, considering their unique hair characteristics and psychological impact.
research Genome Wide Association Analysis of Root Hair Traits in Rice Reveals Novel Genomic Regions Controlling Epidermal Cell Differentiation
Scientists found new genetic areas that affect how rice root hairs grow and develop.
research Polymeric Nanohydrogel in Topical Drug Delivery System
Polymeric nanohydrogels show potential for skin drug delivery but have concerns like toxicity and regulatory hurdles.
research Microstructure of Defective Mink Guard Hair
Defective mink guard hairs have split tips and missing cuticle cells, causing a metallic sheen.
research Microstructure of a Soft Tissue Filling Agent from Hair, and Experimental Study of Cutaneous Filling
Hair-derived material is safe and effective for skin filling.
research Characteristic Microstructure of Curved Human Hair
Curved human hair has different structures on its convex and concave sides.
research Characteristic Microstructure of Curved Human Hair
Curved human hair has different structures on each side, which might cause its shape and is similar to wool.
research Integrin Beta 1 Establishes Liver Microstructure and Modulates Transforming Growth Factor Beta During Liver Development and Regeneration
Integrin β1 is crucial for liver structure and function, preventing fibrosis.
research Optimization of Microstructured Biodegradable Finasteride Formulation for Depot Parenteral Application
Improved finasteride formula allows slow, sustained release and better absorption for patients.
research Observation of the Microstructure of Human Hair Based on a Single Detector Optical Coherence Tomography
Chemical dyes damage hair's internal structure more than perming, as shown by a special imaging technique.
research Observation on Hair Fiber Microstructure of Blue Fox, Mink, and Otter Rabbit
Otter rabbit, mink, and blue fox fur can be identified by their unique hair structures.
research A Quantitative Technique to Analyze and Evaluate Microstructures of Skin Hair Follicles Based on Mueller Matrix Polarimetry
The technique accurately identifies and evaluates hair follicle structures in skin.
research Water Distribution in Human Hair Microstructure Elucidated by Spin Contrast Variation Small-Angle Neutron Scattering
The technique showed that human hair has two main parts, with 68% being rigid and the rest flexible, and water swelling affects its structure.
research Cell-Repellent Polyampholyte for Conformal Coating on Microstructures
Prevelex, a polyampholyte, can create a cell-repellent coating on microdevices, which can be useful in biomedical applications like hair follicle regeneration.
research Multilayered Gel-Spotting Device for In Vitro Reconstruction of Hair Follicle-Like Microstructure
The new method can create hair follicle-like structures but not complete hair with roots and shafts, needing more improvement.
research A Modular Modeling Approach for Investigating Wool Critical Buckling from Biologically Variable Along-Fiber Microstructure
The model helps understand how wool fiber structure affects its strength and flexibility.
research Crosslinking Structure of Keratin: Number and Type of Crosslinks in Microstructures of Untreated and Potassium Cyanide Treated Human Hair
Potassium cyanide treatment changes hair's disulfide bonds, making it more elastic.
research Biomaterials for In Situ Tissue Regeneration: Development and Perspectives
Smart biomaterials that guide tissue repair are key for future medical treatments.
research Changes in Structure and Geometric Properties of Human Hair by Aging
Older people's hair becomes less shiny because it gets more uneven and curved.