86 citations,
June 2017 in “Stem cell investigation” Stem cells from hair follicles can safely treat hair loss.
85 citations,
July 2012 in “Cold Spring Harbor perspectives in biology” The skin protects the body and is constantly renewed by stem cells; disruptions can lead to cancer.
84 citations,
June 2013 in “Stem Cells Translational Medicine” New methods for skin and nerve regeneration can improve healing and feeling after burns.
83 citations,
May 2015 in “World Journal of Stem Cells” Hair follicle regeneration needs special conditions and young cells.
82 citations,
February 2017 in “Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Biology” The TGF-β family helps control how cells change and move, affecting skin, hair, and organ development.
82 citations,
March 2016 in “Cell” The conclusion is that tissue structure is key for stem cell communication and maintaining healthy tissues.
81 citations,
June 2014 in “Cold Spring Harbor perspectives in medicine” Skin has specialized touch receptors that can tell different sensations apart.
78 citations,
July 2013 in “Science” Mice without the Sept4/ARTS gene heal wounds better due to more stem cells that don't die easily.
77 citations,
August 2020 in “Cell” Muscles and nerves that cause goosebumps also help control hair growth.
77 citations,
March 2017 in “Stem Cell Reports” SHISA6 helps maintain certain stem cells in mouse testes by blocking signals that would otherwise cause them to differentiate.
76 citations,
February 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Mesenchymal stem cells show potential for skin healing and anti-aging, but more research is needed for safe use, especially regarding stem cells from induced pluripotent sources.
76 citations,
December 2018 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma may help in skin and hair treatments, and with muscle and joint healing, but more research is needed to fully understand its benefits and limitations.
76 citations,
June 2018 in “EMBO Reports” YAP and TAZ proteins are necessary for the development of two types of skin cancer.
75 citations,
November 2017 in “Developmental biology” The circadian clock influences the behavior and regeneration of stem cells in the body.
75 citations,
October 2016 in “Genes & Development” Cells in hair follicles help create fat cells in the skin by releasing a protein called Sonic Hedgehog.
73 citations,
July 2013 in “Stem cells” LGR5 helps maintain corneal cell characteristics and prevents unwanted changes by controlling specific cell signaling pathways.
71 citations,
February 2020 in “Journal of Translational Medicine” Progress has been made in skin and nerve regeneration, but more research is needed to improve methods and ensure safety.
71 citations,
January 2019 in “International journal of biological sciences” Exosomes from dermal papilla cells help hair growth by making hair follicle stem cells multiply and change.
71 citations,
January 2015 in “Journal of molecular cell biology/Journal of Molecular Cell Biology” mTOR signaling helps activate hair stem cells by balancing out the suppression caused by BMP during hair growth.
70 citations,
February 2015 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Discovery” Topical drugs and near-infrared light therapy show potential for treating alopecia.
70 citations,
January 2014 in “International review of cell and molecular biology” Keratin proteins are crucial for healthy skin, but mutations can cause skin disorders with no effective treatments yet.
70 citations,
July 2008 in “Mechanisms of Ageing and Development” Maintaining DNA health in stem cells is key to preventing aging and tissue breakdown.
69 citations,
June 2017 in “Experimental Biology and Medicine” Advanced human skin models improve drug development and could replace animal testing.
68 citations,
March 2019 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” Advanced hydrogel systems with therapeutic agents could greatly improve acute and chronic wound treatment.
68 citations,
June 2018 in “Biomaterials” Tiny needles with valproic acid can effectively regrow hair.
67 citations,
January 2022 in “Theranostics” Advanced nanocarrier and microneedle drug delivery methods are more effective, safer, and less invasive for treating skin diseases.
67 citations,
January 2020 in “Cellular & Molecular Immunology/Cellular & molecular immunology” Tissue-resident memory T cells can protect against infections and cancer but may also contribute to autoimmune diseases.
67 citations,
October 2013 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Hair greying is caused by oxidative stress damaging hair follicles and melanocytes.
67 citations,
December 2009 in “Stem Cells” β-Catenin signaling is involved in brain cell growth after injury and could be a therapy target.
66 citations,
April 2016 in “Journal of Molecular Biology” The document concludes that for hair and feather growth, it's better to target the environment around stem cells than the cells themselves.