January 2019 in “Durham e-Theses (Durham University)” This study utilized advanced imaging techniques to quantify hair damage and dye uptake dynamics, revealing that compound penetration in hair is influenced by molecule size and lipophilicity.
This study found that neonatal administration of finasteride reduced sensitivity to alcohol's motor-stimulating effects and increased preference for novelty and initial alcohol consumption in rats, suggesting a role in alcohol vulnerability.
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January 2020 in “ScholarWorks (Walden University)” This study observed a significant relationship between intrinsic religiosity and conservative political orientation, contributing to understanding stress differences and potential for reducing healthcare costs.
October 2022 in “Practice in Clinical Psychology” This study found that higher differentiation and moral justice were significantly related to increased sexual satisfaction.
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February 2013 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” New acne treatments include combination creams, advanced retinoids, and light therapies, focusing on safety and patient adherence.
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March 2009 in “BMC Public Health” In this study, higher levels of the sulfur-containing gas CH3SCH3, associated with oral malodor, were linked to MPB in elderly Japanese males, particularly when gastrointestinal and metabolic disorders were present.
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January 2023 in “EFSA journal” This review establishes a tolerable upper intake level of 255 μg/day for selenium in adults, warning that supplements and Brazil nuts may cause excess intake.
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December 2023 in “BMC Genomics” This study examined noninvasive tissue samples, including buccal swabs, hair follicles, saliva, and urine cell pellets, and found hair follicles and urine cell pellets promising for transcriptomic and clinical analyses due to their sample quality and performance in disease-relevant applications.
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January 2020 in “Open Journal of Psychiatry” This study concludes that the Greek version of the Dysmorphic Concern Questionnaire is a reliable and valid tool for assessing body dysmorphic disorder-related concerns in both research and clinical settings.
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August 2021 in “Frontiers in medicine” This study found that monocytes/macrophages with a pro-inflammatory M1-like phenotype may play a crucial role in the pathogenesis of hidradenitis suppurativa, suggesting potential therapeutic targets.
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April 2013 in “Homo” In this study, 7-10-year-old Polish children showed a significant increase in skin pigmentation levels, with girls exhibiting this change more prominently than boys, suggesting an early sign of puberty.
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January 2024 in “Frontiers in Psychology” In this study, researchers found that venture capitalists with below-average physical attractiveness are more influenced by the attractiveness of entrepreneurs when making investment decisions, and this sensitivity changes between investment rounds.
July 2024 in “Periodontology 2000” This review summarizes the use of autologous platelet concentrates in aesthetic medicine, finding promising results for facial treatments, but highlights the need for more rigorous research due to current study limitations.
June 2023 in “Frontiers in Genetics” This study suggests that the curly hair phenotype in Mangalitza pigs may involve complex gene interactions related to calcium signaling and lipid metabolism, rather than changes in TRPM2 or CYP4F3 expression.
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April 2007 in “Journal of aging and health” This study observed that balding was associated with lower total body BMD in men and higher hip BMD in women, possibly due to estrogen use in the latter group.
May 2025 in “Neuropharmacology” This study in neonatal rats found that inhibiting neurosteroid synthesis with finasteride unexpectedly reduced the severity and duration of neonatal seizures following birth asphyxia, maintained cognitive functions, but increased anxiety-like behaviors, highlighting a complex role of neurosteroids in hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy outcomes.
191 citations
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December 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Male pattern baldness is largely genetic, linked to the androgen receptor gene, and may relate to certain health issues.
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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 2024 in “Military Medical Research” In this review, biomaterial-based mechanical strategies were highlighted for their potential to enhance skin regeneration and promote scarless repair, though a comprehensive understanding of their underlying mechanisms is still needed for broader application.
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January 2015 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that a marine-extract dietary supplement significantly reduced hair shedding and increased hair diameter in premenopausal women with subclinical hair thinning or hair loss after 6 months of use.
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May 2019 in “Animals” In this study, researchers found that high hair cortisol levels, indicating stress in cows, were associated with certain shelter and cow-level conditions such as unclean environments and physical injuries.
20 citations
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August 2022 in “Archives of Medical Science” This publication discusses the 2021 ESC Guidelines for the prevention of cardiovascular disease in clinical practice and reports no new results.
19 citations
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July 2020 in “EBioMedicine” In this study, the researchers identified a variant in the CCHCR1 gene associated with an alopecia areata subtype characterized by impaired keratinization and autoimmune events.
14 citations
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June 2020 in “BMC genomics” This study observed that the growth cycle of cashmere in Inner Mongolian cashmere goats consists of three phases, with genes KAP3–1, KRTAP 8–1, and KRTAP 24–1 closely correlating with this cycle.
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October 2020 in “BMC Genomics” This study revealed specific patterns and potential functions of long non-coding RNAs during the hair follicle cycle of yaks, offering insights into their sequence conservation between yaks and cashmere goats.
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August 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses mechanisms of wound healing impairment in leptin-deficient murine models used for diabetic research, and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the need for further study.
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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.
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January 2025 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This source outlines the development of a comprehensive system for evaluating the safety and efficacy of cosmetics in China compared to established practices in Europe and the U.S., highlighting factors like AI technologies and specific product categories such as anti-aging and sun protection.
August 2026 in “Molecules” The review explores the advancements in cosmetic science, focusing on molecular targets like telomerase, sirtuins, matrix metalloproteinases, and tyrosinase, which are crucial in skin aging, pigmentation, inflammation, and tissue regeneration. It highlights the potential of both natural and synthetic compounds to modulate these targets, aiding in anti-aging and depigmenting strategies. The shift to human tyrosinase assays has improved the development of selective inhibitors like thiamidol. The review also discusses the roles of HDAC and sirtuin modulators, emphasizing the need for efficacy proof under cosmetic conditions. It underscores the importance of understanding molecular mechanisms to enhance the efficacy and safety of cosmetic products, with a focus on developing more effective anti-aging solutions. Additionally, it addresses the challenges in studying human tyrosinase and the potential of molecular-targeted compounds in cosmetics, advocating for further research on safety, efficacy, and regulatory compliance.
November 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This study found that a novel drinkable supplement significantly increased hair density and reduced hair shedding over six months in women with telogen effluvium, although the authors emphasize the need for larger, placebo-controlled trials to confirm these promising results.