27 citations,
March 2018 in “Biomaterials” Three specific proteins can turn adult skin cells into hair-growing cells, suggesting a new hair loss treatment.
27 citations,
December 2013 in “Endocrinology” Researchers created a mouse model for Cushing's syndrome to study glucocorticoid excess and potential treatments.
26 citations,
December 2016 in “Pharmacology & Therapeutics” New drugs for heart disease may be developed from molecules secreted by stem cells.
26 citations,
February 2012 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Human hair follicle cells can be successfully transformed into different types of cells, but not more efficiently than other adult cells.
25 citations,
November 2014 in “Ageing Research Reviews” Skin aging is caused by stem cell damage and can potentially be delayed with treatments like antioxidants and stem cell therapy.
25 citations,
September 2006 in “Birth Defects Research” Different processes create patterns in skin and things like hair and feathers.
24 citations,
January 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a safe and potentially effective way to treat hair loss, especially when combined with minoxidil.
22 citations,
November 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Hair growth and health are influenced by stress and hormones.
22 citations,
June 1980 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The document concludes that correct diagnosis of alopecia types is crucial, scalp biopsies are important, and more research is needed.
21 citations,
June 2016 in “Genesis” Researchers identified specific genes that are important for mouse skin cell development and healing.
20 citations,
October 2018 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” PRP shows promise for improving facial wrinkles, skin elasticity, and hair growth, but more research is needed to standardize its use and understand its effects.
20 citations,
October 2006 in “Skin Research and Technology” Women with AGA have less hair on midscalp, more thin and non-growing hair.
19 citations,
September 2019 in “PLOS genetics” Telomere damage affects skin and hair follicle stem cells by messing up important growth signals.
18 citations,
November 2013 in “Molecules and Cells” New culture method keeps human skin stem cells more stem-like.
18 citations,
January 2008 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Certain proteins and their receptors are more active during the growth phase of human hair and could be targeted to treat hair disorders.
17 citations,
December 2019 in “Stem Cells International” Bioactive molecules show promise for improving skin repair and regeneration by overcoming current challenges with further research.
17 citations,
January 2013 in “Our Dermatology Online” Dutasteride mesotherapy helps treat male hair loss but may harm sperm and sexual function.
16 citations,
January 2007 in “Dermatology” Scientists have made progress in understanding hair follicle stem cells, identifying specific genes and markers, and suggesting their use in treating hair and skin conditions.
15 citations,
June 2020 in “Experimental Dermatology” Hormones and genes affect hair growth and male baldness.
14 citations,
February 2021 in “Experimental Dermatology” Cannabinoid receptor-1 signaling is essential for the survival and growth of human hair follicle stem cells.
14 citations,
October 2020 in “Natural Products and Bioprospecting” Various treatments, including FDA-approved drugs, natural products, and oral supplements, can help with hair loss, but a patient's medical history and potential allergies should be considered when choosing a treatment.
14 citations,
February 2020 in “Stem Cells International” Umbilical cord cells safely improve healing in long-term nonhealing wounds better than a placebo.
13 citations,
June 2020 in “Scientific reports” Melatonin stimulates the skin components of ram's scrotum during their non-breeding season.
13 citations,
February 2017 in “Science” Turning scar-forming cells into fat cells can reduce scarring.
12 citations,
June 2016 in “Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders” Some skin diseases and their treatments can negatively affect male fertility.
11 citations,
August 2020 in “Dermatologic therapy” The document concludes that mesotherapy can be effective for skin and hair treatments, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
11 citations,
August 2018 in “Asian-Australasian journal of animal sciences” Short daily photoperiods improve cashmere production in Inner Mongolia white cashmere goats.
11 citations,
August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Adipose-derived stem cells show potential for skin rejuvenation and wound healing but require more research to overcome challenges and ensure safety.
11 citations,
June 2012 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Scientists identified a group of human skin cells with high growth and regeneration potential.
11 citations,
September 2010 in “American Journal of Medical Genetics - Part A” A Turkish family with sparse hair and eyebrow loss has a mutation in the U2HR gene linked to Marie Unna hereditary hypotrichosis.