June 2026 in “ACS Applied Nano Materials” This study developed and tested a novel microneedle treatment loaded with nanoparticles for vitiligo, leading to enhanced skin repigmentation by targeting immune cells and reducing oxidative stress in a minimally invasive manner.
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November 2020 in “Nature Materials” This study found that D-peptide crosslinked MAP hydrogel accelerated material degradation in vivo but significantly enhanced skin regeneration, suggesting an adaptive immune response can drive regenerative healing even with rapid scaffold breakdown.
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January 2013 in “Lasers in medical science” This study found that fractional ultrapulse CO2 laser resurfacing effectively enhanced upper eyelid crease and brow position in patients with low and moderate dermatochalasis, with only mild side effects reported.
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July 2017 in “Plastic surgical nursing : official journal of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgical Nurses” This abstract does not provide research results or a summary of findings, but only lists author affiliations and contact information.
August 2026 in “ChemRxiv” This review explores the convergence of functional biomaterials, biosensing, and AI technologies in bioengineering, highlighting applications in cancer modeling and regenerative medicine, while addressing challenges like biofouling and dataset integration.
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July 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that KY19382, a small molecule activating the Wnt/β-catenin pathway, significantly improved wound healing by enhancing cell migration, increasing collagen and stem cell markers, and accelerating re-epithelialization and neo-epidermis formation in a murine model without causing significant cytotoxicity.
February 2023 in “International journal of research - granthaalayah” This article reviews a tabletop microscopy method for recording electromagnetic radiation from tissues, using hair follicles as a model, and presents no new clinical findings.
May 2026 in “Journal of Nanobiotechnology” This study found that using a palmitoylated peptide, Pal-MPAPO, delivered through hydrogel microneedles effectively promoted hair regrowth in mice with efficacy comparable to minoxidil, while requiring less frequent application.
In this study, a pH-responsive microneedle patch was developed, showing potential in rat models for treating spinal cord injuries by reducing inflammation, promoting nerve regeneration, and supporting neurogenesis, which contributed to improved motor and neurological recovery.
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January 2024 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” This study found that a novel bioceramic/alginate hydrogel with photothermal properties and multiple ion release effectively reduces infection and inflammation, and enhances osseointegration in early-stage peri-implant lesions, potentially improving dental implant survival rates.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study utilized computational approaches to screen natural compounds targeting a non-androgen pathway involving PIEZO1 and MLCK for treating androgenetic alopecia, identifying several potential candidates for further validation but making no clinical claims.
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November 2012 in “Methods in molecular biology” This study proposes using superhydrophobic surfaces to reduce protein fouling and enable self-cleaning in microfluidic devices, detailing preparation and quantification methods for these coatings.
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April 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, the researchers found that a manual micrometer caliper is a reliable tool for planning hair transplant surgery and accurately measures the short axis of the hair shaft.
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January 2018 in “Biomolecules & therapeutics” This study found that polyamidoamine dendrimers can permeate skin's current conducting pores and alter the magnitude and direction of electroosmotic flow, affecting drug flux during iontophoresis.
May 2026 in “Materials & Design” This study developed a hair-on-a-chip model that supports the maturation of hair-follicle-like tissue under long-term culture conditions, suggesting its promise for studying hair regeneration and testing scalp-targeted therapies.
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May 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” In this study, researchers developed a custom-designed 3D-printed microscope stage insert for inverted confocal microscopes, enhancing the accessibility of long-term intravital imaging of live cell dynamics in live transgenic mice, particularly in the skin.
April 2017 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study introduced the dual-flow-RootChip platform to demonstrate that Arabidopsis roots exhibit non-autonomous adaptations, such as hair growth regulation, when subjected to varied environmental conditions on opposite sides.
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November 2020 in “Journal of Controlled Release” In this study, microneedles combined with finasteride nanostructured lipid carriers (FIN-NLC-MNs) were found to enhance skin penetration and specifically target hair follicles, promoting hair growth and gene regulation in androgenetic alopecia.
July 2025 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” Hydrogel microneedles with special nanoparticles and growth factor improve hair growth better than minoxidil for hair loss treatment.
Developing microRNA-based treatments is hard but has potential.
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May 2015 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” FUE hair transplantation using a micromotor is effective and gives natural results with few complications.
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March 2022 in “IET Image Processing” This study utilized ultrasound biomicroscopy to evaluate the anterior chamber in angle closure glaucoma patients, revealing that the anterior chamber angle is wider on the downside than the upside and identifying important parameters for potential laser surgery.
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January 2015 in “Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry” In this study, a novel electrochemical sensor using a molecularly imprinted polymer was developed for the sensitive detection of minoxidil, successfully measuring its concentration in real samples.
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January 2022 in “BioMed Research International” This study found that using an LED array with an 863 nm wavelength delayed tumor development and reduced systemic inflammatory cytokines in DMBA/TPA-induced mouse skin tumors, suggesting potential but limited benefits of light therapy.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” This source provides an overview of diagnostic and treatment innovations for gastrointestinal disorders, such as wireless capsule technology for motility assessment and new methods for treating constipation and nausea, highlighting both current and emerging techniques.
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February 2025 in “Drug Delivery and Translational Research” This study demonstrated that a new topical treatment using ketotifen-loaded microneedles, designed for prolonged release, significantly reduced inflammatory markers in an animal model of allergic conjunctivitis, suggesting enhanced therapeutic delivery and sustained ocular benefits.
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January 2021 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation”
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February 2021 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This review found radiofrequency microneedling effective and safe for various dermatologic conditions, including skin rejuvenation and acne scars, especially in individuals with darker skin types, with progressive improvements for up to six months after treatment.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This article proposes using the hallmarks of ageing and dysregulated microRNAs to create a molecular morbidity score that could improve prognostication and clinical trial inclusion for patients with multimorbidity.
This bibliographic review highlights the importance of microneedling as a dermatological technique for treating androgenetic alopecia, emphasizing its potential benefits and the need for personalized treatment by skilled dermatologists.