January 2020 in “Elsevier eBooks” Plant-based chemicals may help hair growth and prevent hair loss but need more research to compete with current treatments.
PlacMA hydrogels from human placenta are versatile and useful for cell culture and tissue engineering.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Terbinafine is the most effective medicine for fungal nail infections, especially for diabetics and those with weak immune systems.
Proretinal nanoparticles are a safe and effective way to deliver retinal to the skin.
March 2017 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Plant root hair growth is controlled by the hormone auxin, which affects the production of certain oxygen-related molecules through a specific process.
October 2015 in “Cosmetic Dermatology” Hair straightening changes hair structure and can cause damage if done wrong, but improvements in the methods are expected to continue.
June 2015 in “Biomedical and biopharmaceutical research” The congress showed advancements in skin hydration, barrier function, and safe, effective new cosmetic formulations.
January 2015 in “Elsevier eBooks” Nanocarriers like liposomes and cyclodextrins improve how angiotensin-(1-7) is delivered in the body.
Keratin hydrogels from human hair show promise for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.
December 2013 in “Biomedical and biopharmaceutical research” Nanotechnology shows promise for better drug delivery and cancer treatment.
PEGylated liposomal doxorubicin improves cancer treatment effectiveness and reduces side effects like heart damage and hair loss.
March 2010 in “Cosmetic Dermatology” Hair straightening methods have advanced to improve effectiveness and reduce damage, but still rely on heat and chemicals.
Acidic sandy clay damages archaeological hair the most, while dry conditions preserve but make it brittle; silicone oil can help keep the hair flexible.
March 2008 in “Aging health” Docetaxel is safe and works well for older people with cancer, with manageable side effects.
Penicillamine can cause taste problems due to copper loss, which can be fixed with copper or zinc supplements.
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September 2023 in “International journal of biological macromolecules” The new hydrogel with silver helps wounds heal faster and better in mice.
July 2023 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Biopolymers are increasingly used in cosmetics for their non-toxicity and skin benefits, with future biotech advancements likely to expand their applications.
June 2022 in “Scientific Reports” Prevelex, a polyampholyte, can create a cell-repellent coating on microdevices, which can be useful in biomedical applications like hair follicle regeneration.
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October 2013 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Chemical hair straightening can damage hair and health, needing safer alternatives and stricter regulations.
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April 2017 in “Macromolecular bioscience” Scientists created tiny pH-sensing gels that can safely measure the pH levels inside hair follicles.
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August 2021 in “Pharmaceutics” Freeze-dried dexamethasone nanoparticles in a hydrogel are stable and effective for treating alopecia areata.
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February 2022 in “Biophysical journal” The model shows that filament flexibility and amino acid differences affect how fast intermediate filament proteins assemble.
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March 2023 in “Journal of controlled release” A special gel with medicine helps prevent melanoma from coming back after surgery.
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February 2020 Resveratrol-loaded nanoparticles show promise for lung cancer treatment.
April 2024 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” The composite sponge helps heal diabetic wounds by reducing inflammation and promoting new blood vessel growth.
January 2024 in “Authorea (Authorea)” Using laccase to add poly(tyrosine) to wool makes it less likely to shrink and stronger.
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Combining DHT and EDC improves the strength and stability of PADM scaffolds for tissue engineering.
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June 2020 in “Pharmaceutics” New nanocarriers improve drug delivery for disease treatment.
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November 2021 in “Journal of Bionic Engineering” The new wound dressing helps skin heal faster and fights infection.
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April 2021 in “ACS omega” Curcumin can be effectively loaded into polystyrene nanoparticles, which are safe for human cells and more biocompatible with curcumin inside.