May 2019 in “CINECA IRIS Institutial Research Information System (University of Genoa)” This study found that patients with the MITF p.E318K variant are more likely to develop multiple primary melanomas and dysplastic nevi with uncommon dermoscopic patterns compared to non-carriers.
In this study, researchers found that melanoma risk factors and characteristics vary with age, noting distinct differences in younger, middle-aged, and older patients, with strong correlations in the oldest group.
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July 2024 in “Pilot and Feasibility Studies” This pilot study found that a very low-carbohydrate eating pattern, combined with supportive affect and mindful eating skills, was feasible and acceptable for weight management in young women with obesity, with 50% of participants losing at least 5% of their body weight over four months.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” In this study, XZYFD, a Traditional Chinese Medicine formulation, was found to improve androgenetic alopecia in a testosterone-induced mouse model by promoting hair regrowth, restoring follicular morphology, and modulating androgen metabolism, MAPK signaling, and lipid metabolism pathways, suggesting potential benefits for patients with metabolic dysfunction.
January 2026 in “Drug Delivery and Translational Research” This study investigated the integration of crystal engineering and microneedle technology for androgenetic alopecia treatment, finding that microneedles loaded with newly developed Kopexil multicomponent crystals reduced drug diffusion rates in vitro compared to standard formulations.
February 2025 in “Theranostics” In this study, researchers used 3D bioprinting with skin stem cells and specific hydrogels to create artificial skin that successfully promoted complete wound healing and the regeneration of skin structures, including hair follicles and blood vessels, in mice.
October 2025 in “Current Pharmaceutical Research” This study evaluated a new herbal shampoo made from traditional plants and found it to have effective cleansing properties, moderate foam stability, and environmental safety, suggesting it as a favorable natural alternative to synthetic shampoos.
40 citations
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June 2013 in “Biomaterials” This study developed a 3D engineered hair follicle model that mimics the native hair bulb and may aid in drug screening for hair growth therapies.
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April 2022 in “Crystal Growth & Design”
June 2024 in “Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal” This review discusses the integration of omics analyses in androgenetic alopecia research, reporting no new clinical results but suggesting that collaborative multi-omics studies may enhance understanding of AGA's pathomechanisms.
9 citations
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January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” This study found that among patients with seborrheic dermatitis, the "dandelion" vascular conglomerate observed through trichoscopy was correlated with Malassezia scalp colonization.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” This review highlights the increasing use of trichoscopy, a noninvasive and well-tolerated diagnostic tool, to aid in the accurate diagnosis and management of various pediatric hair and scalp conditions, such as alopecia and other abnormalities.
22 citations
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April 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Human hair follicles have a unique metabolism that changes between growth stages and may contribute to baldness.
This study used R-language data mining to analyze patents of topical Chinese medicine for hair loss, identifying key medication patterns and ingredients in traditional formulations.
February 2026 in “Chromatographia” This study used advanced chromatographic and mass spectrometric techniques to develop a method for reliably detecting 17 hair growth compounds in consumer products, aiming to enhance regulatory compliance and ensure consumer safety against illicit compounds.
September 2021 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” In this study, Diabliss Hair Water was found to improve hair growth rate, density, and quality while reducing hair fall in healthy adults experiencing hair thinning concerns.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” This study found that various dietary supplements positively impacted hair density and were well-tolerated among patients with androgenetic alopecia, suggesting they may be useful adjuncts or alternatives to standard treatments.
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May 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study demonstrates that human skin is capable of steroid hormone synthesis, but its role in androgenic skin disorders like acne and alopecia is yet to be clarified.
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January 2023 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This review discusses the etiology, pathophysiology, trichoscopic characteristics, differential diagnoses, and treatment options for scalp seborrheic dermatitis, without providing new clinical findings.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study demonstrated that SHFKO significantly accelerated healing in acute radiation-induced skin injuries, with mechanisms involving apoptosis inhibition, suppression of inflammation, and restoration of ROS balance, suggesting its potential as a novel multi-target therapy for radiodermatitis.
In this thesis, researchers explored ways to enhance the management of myotonic dystrophy type 1 by investigating the genetic inheritance patterns, especially small-sized repeat expansions, and assessing cardiac care, energy expenditure, and body composition in affected individuals.
April 2025 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” This study elucidated the multi-component and multi-target mechanisms by which TR and Am may provide therapeutic benefits for treating androgenetic alopecia.
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January 2024 in “Crystals” This study characterized the crystal structures and supramolecular architectures of new salts made from 2,4-diaminopyrimidine and different dicarboxylic acids, revealing subtle differences in crystal packing and hydrogen-bonding patterns, particularly influenced by sulfur atom interactions, through Hirshfeld analysis and enrichment ratios.
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October 2014 in “PeerJ” This study found that while molecular hair structures were nearly identical across individuals, genetic factors seem to influence specific lipid compositions, as seen in identical-patterned hair from parent-child pairs and identical twins, but not fraternal twins.
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February 2010 in “CrystEngComm” Made 8 minoxidil samples; 1 cocrystal, 7 salts formed.
December 2025 in “Universities Journal of Phytochemistry and Ayurvedic Heights” This study highlights a comprehensive approach for authenticating and assessing the quality of herbal medicines using a combination of physiological, morphological, and molecular techniques, including HPTLC, ICP-MS, UV spectroscopy, and DNA barcoding, to ensure the standardization of herbal medicinal products, particularly Eclipta alba.
4 citations
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October 2012 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Dermoscopy greatly improves melanoma diagnosis and reduces unneeded surgeries.
March 2026 in “Journal of Clinical and Basic Psychosomatics” This review, sourced from expert panel discussions and literature analysis, suggests Tianmeng oral liquid may improve sleep, reduce anxiety and depression, and enhance well-being in psychosomatic disorder patients, though further research is necessary.
January 2021 in “Victoria University Research Repository (Victoria University)” This study concluded that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) offers superior benefits over standard moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) in improving aerobic capacity, insulin sensitivity, hormonal profiles, and anxiety scores in overweight women with PCOS.
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July 2022 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study suggests that the anti-inflammation and anti-oxidation properties of Taohong Siwu decoction may be linked to its effects on androgenic alopecia through specific biological processes and pathways.