8 citations
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November 2023 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This article reviews recent developments in microneedles combining metallic elements and herbal compounds for wound healing, highlighting their benefits such as enhanced therapeutic efficacy and reduced toxicity, and offering a reference for future advancements in this technology.
7 citations
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May 2023 in “Macromolecular Bioscience” This review discusses recent advancements in using macromolecules for hair loss treatment, highlighting microneedle and nanoparticle delivery systems, tissue-engineered scaffolds for hair follicle regeneration, and artificial skin platforms as drug screening methods.
7 citations
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January 2023 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” This review provides a comprehensive overview of apoptosis-related molecules in head development, highlighting caspases' roles and associated abnormalities in tissues like the brain, sensory organs, skin, and bones, without reporting new results.
6 citations
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May 2022 in “Pharmaceutics” This study demonstrates that MPM-FLIM multimodal imaging can effectively assess the delivery and dissolution of zinc pyrithione particles in human skin follicles using different application techniques.
5 citations
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March 2025 in “Phytomedicine” Deoxyshikonin from Arnebiae Radix helps hair grow by activating a specific cell pathway.
5 citations
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September 2019 in “The Open biomarkers journal” This study found that linoleic acid may help protect against acrylamide toxicity in female albino rats.
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December 2015 in “PubMed” This study identified several gonadal hormone drugs, including toremifene citrate, tamoxifen citrate, and clomiphene citrate, that effectively inhibited filovirus entry in a pseudovirus model.
5 citations
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July 2014 in “Molecular Biology Reports”
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December 2023 in “Advanced science” This study found that injectable gelatin/metal/tea polyphenol double nanonetworks significantly accelerated wound healing in diabetic wounds by enhancing cell migration and providing anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, without detectable cytotoxicity in tests.
3 citations
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August 2023 in “Molecules” This study found that components derived from Sansevieria trifasciata demonstrated notable antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli and Streptococcus aureus, highlighting potential for developing new antibacterial agents.
3 citations
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December 2021 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This article reviews the potential of bionanomaterials, derived from natural biomolecules, for wound healing and reports no new clinical results; it emphasizes the need for further research in this area.
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January 2022 in “BioMed Research International” The researchers concluded that baicalin may promote hair growth and follicle proliferation by activating the AKT pathway, suggesting its potential as a treatment for alopecia.
2 citations
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May 2020 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study suggests that higher use of phytoestrogen-containing hair and personal care products may increase the association between permanent hair dye, straightener use, and breast cancer risk in black women.
1 citations
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May 2022 in “Revista Contemporânea” This systematic review analyzed treatments for androgenetic alopecia, finding that combining two therapies, such as oral minoxidil with another treatment, resulted in better outcomes than using monotherapies alone, though some patients experienced non-severe side effects.
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February 2021 in “Biodiversitas” This study found that among ten Curcuma aeruginosa accessions, the MD accession showed the highest anticancer activity against MCF-7 cells, suggesting its potential for pharmaceutical development.
June 2026 in “Virtual and Physical Prototyping” This study introduced a high-viscosity epoxy photoresist to enhance the fabrication of complex microstructures with monolithic integration and mechanical stability, enabling advancements in two-photon 3D printing for creating functional micro-mechanical devices.
March 2026 in “Nutrients” This study found that adequate vitamin D status is necessary for metformin to effectively reduce prolactin levels in men with iatrogenic hyperprolactinemia, while improvements in glycemic control were observed across all vitamin D groups.
March 2026 in “Virulence” This narrative review suggests that intermediate filaments like vimentin and keratin play a significant role in various stages of viral infection, presenting potential antiviral intervention targets.
March 2026 in “Dyes and Pigments” This study found that genipin-based pigments, accelerated by riboflavin and blue-light photocatalysis, achieved commercial-level hair dye results with enhanced gloss and excellent color retention while reducing cuticle disruption, offering a potentially safer and faster alternative to traditional hair coloration methods.
March 2026 in “Gazzetta Medica Italiana Archivio per le Scienze Mediche” This analysis concluded that finasteride effectively reduces prostate size and urinary symptoms in benign prostatic hyperplasia, offering a favorable safety profile and versatility as a treatment option.
February 2026 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery Open” This narrative review outlines the biological costs of hair extensions, such as traction leading to hair loss and scalp issues, and suggests a prevention-focused model involving risk assessment, surveillance, and tiered therapies to minimize alopecia risk and maintain scalp health.
January 2026 in “Revista Colombiana de Ciencias Químico Farmacéuticas” This review discusses the efficacy of Minoxidil and finasteride for treating androgenetic alopecia and suggests that combined therapy may offer superior results and improved patient adherence despite potential side effects.
January 2026 in “Magazine Portal Bibliotech Digital (Universidad Nacional de Colombia)” This study reviewed the literature on Minoxidil and finasteride for androgenetic alopecia, finding both drugs effective but noting potential side effects, with combined therapy possibly enhancing efficacy and patient adherence while reducing adverse effects.
January 2026 in “Pharmaceutics” This review discusses the dual role of extracellular vesicles in Alzheimer's disease, highlighting their potential in both exacerbating and alleviating the condition, and emphasizes the need for advanced technologies to enhance diagnosis and treatment.
November 2025 in “Bioactive Materials” In this study, researchers developed a novel nucleic acid nanoparticle system incorporating quercetin, which they found enhances functional hair follicle regeneration and maintains epithelial structure stability in androgenetic alopecia by regulating hair follicle stem and dermal papilla cells.
September 2025 in “Plants” In this study, the wood essential oil of *Juniperus morrisonicola* exhibited significant anti-inflammatory activity, notably inhibiting nitric oxide production in stimulated macrophages, and showed cytotoxic effects against liver cancer cells, suggesting its potential for drug development and eco-friendly applications.
September 2025 in “Chemical Engineering Journal” This study found that poly(butylene citramalate-co-butylene succinate) copolymers exhibit high toughness, recyclability, degradability, and biocompatibility, achieving complete wound healing with skin and hair follicle regeneration in 7 days.
July 2025 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This study found that a single session of botulinum toxin, whether administered subcutaneously or combined intramuscularly and subcutaneously, did not significantly improve hair density or hair quality in men with androgenetic alopecia after six months.
This study found that while parabens in haircare products were within legal limits, all samples contained dibutyl phthalate, raising concerns about chronic exposure to endocrine disruptors.
April 2025 in “Cosmetics” This study found that Clinopodium bolivianum essential oil, particularly in combing cream, demonstrated notable antioxidant activity, with potential applications as a natural antioxidant in cosmetic formulations.