June 2023 in “Livestock studies” The article concludes that understanding the molecular processes in hair follicle development can improve the quality of fibers like Angora and cashmere.
March 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” The SbbHLH85 protein helps sweet sorghum grow more root hairs but makes the plant more sensitive to salt.
520 citations,
January 2017 in “AIMS biophysics” Photobiomodulation therapy using red and near-infrared light can reduce inflammation and aid in healing various conditions.
9 citations,
April 2018 in “Journal of trace elements in medicine and biology” Hair analysis can show nutritional status and environmental exposure, with phosphorus being very stable in hair and differences found based on gender and conditions like depression and autism.
15 citations,
December 2021 in “Pharmaceutics” The study found key factors in the cause of hidradenitis suppurativa, its link to other diseases, and identified existing drugs that could potentially treat it.
January 2024 in “Journal of lipid research” Finasteride may lower cholesterol and slow heart disease progression.
45 citations,
October 2008 in “Cytokine & Growth Factor Reviews” Activins and follistatins, part of the TGFβ family, are crucial for hair follicle development and skin health, affecting growth, repair, and the hair cycle.
October 2022 in “BMC genomics” RNA editing significantly affects hair growth and follicle cycling in the Tianzhu white yak.
November 2023 in “BMC genomics” The study concluded that the arachidonic acid pathway and the protein KRT79 play a role in determining the fineness of cashmere.
September 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Certain supplements, like whey protein isolate and growth hormones, can worsen hair loss.
8 citations,
January 2007 in “Hair transplant forum international” Vitamin B12 improves the health and growth of hair micrografts.
6 citations,
April 2022 in “Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy” Using three different drugs together may better treat eye diseases like glaucoma and macular degeneration.
75 citations,
September 2009 in “Dermato-endocrinology” The skin produces and processes hormones, affecting both local and overall body functions.
1 citations,
January 2023 in “Science Advances” The skin's microbiome helps hair regrow by boosting certain cell signals and metabolism.
June 2024 in “Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety” Finasteride harms Daphnia magna's reproduction, growth, and metabolism.
May 2024 in “Journal of Advanced Research” Communication between blood vessel and hair follicle cells decreases with age, affecting hair growth and blood vessel formation.
September 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Targeting lipid metabolism can help treat advanced, resistant cancers.
August 2022 in “Metabolites” Different types of skin on mice have unique chemical profiles related to how they grow and react to stress.
24 citations,
June 2013 in “Journal of neuroendocrinology” Neuroactive steroids and the enzyme 5α-reductase might be involved in the development of Tourette's syndrome.
11 citations,
April 2019 in “Journal of Biological Research” The study identified 12 potential biomarkers for hair loss and how they affect hair growth.
2 citations,
February 2023 in “BMC women's health” Birth control pills change the activity of certain inflammation and blood clotting genes in women with PCOS.
2 citations,
August 2022 in “Animals” Essential oils may improve dogs' health and melatonin can help with their sleep and anxiety, but both should be used carefully.
2 citations,
May 2022 in “Cosmetics” Further research is needed to understand how the microbiome affects hair loss in Alopecia Areata.
1 citations,
October 2023 in “Animals” Certain DNA regions in alpacas are linked to fiber diameter.
1 citations,
February 2023 in “All Life” The research identified proteins that change as goat hair follicles begin to form, helping to understand how cashmere grows.
1 citations,
January 2023 in “Metabolites” Changes in gut bacteria can contribute to the development of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), affecting metabolism, immunity, and causing inflammation. Treatments may involve adjusting these factors.
August 2024 in “Archives of Women s Mental Health” Women with PCOS have more depression and stress due to high androgen levels, not obesity or insulin resistance.
May 2024 in “Journal of functional foods” Coffee bean residue extract helps hair growth by activating cell processes.
September 2023 in “Animals” Genes linked to wool fineness in sheep have been identified.
August 2023 in “Medical Hypotheses” Metformin, usually used for diabetes, can also help treat hair loss from alopecia areata due to its ability to reduce inflammation and stimulate new hair growth.