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May 2007 in “Journal of Dispersion Science and Technology” This study found that hinokitiol in cationic vesicles promoted hair growth in mice, potentially due to its high substantivity on the skin.
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August 2023 in “Composites Part B: Engineering” In this study, researchers developed a composite electrospun wound dressing containing strontium zinc silicon bioceramics, which significantly activated hair follicle stem cells and promoted hair follicle and capillary regeneration in deep burn wounds, suggesting a promising approach for burn wound healing.
57 citations
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January 2004 in “Journal of Radiation Research” This study found that zinc supplementation reduced the severity and delayed the onset of radiation-induced skin injury in rats, with the greatest protection observed at a dose of 10 mg/kg/day.
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December 2021 in “BMJ neurology open” This study on Alzheimer's patients found that chronic sodium selenate treatment (up to 23 months) was safe and well-tolerated, with most adverse events being mild, and suggested potential slowing of cognitive decline, though confirmation requires further controlled studies.
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May 2023 in “Journal of Nanobiotechnology” In this study, an injectable self-healing bioactive nanoglass hydrogel showed promise for repairing normal and MRSA-infected skin wounds by inhibiting bacterial growth and reducing inflammation.
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November 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics X” In this study, desmopressin-loaded elastic liposomes (ODEL1) showed improved permeation and drug deposition across rat skin by altering the skin's cohesive energies and causing reversible changes on its surface.
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February 2023 in “Pharmaceutics” This study suggests that UVA-responsive nanocapsules may provide an effective method for skin antisepsis by releasing ethanol and reducing microorganisms within hair follicles on ex vivo porcine ear skin.
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September 1982 in “Biochemical Pharmacology” This study identified a sulfotransferase activity in rat liver that catalyzes the sulfation of minoxidil, contributing to its delayed hypotensive effects.
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March 2017 in “Journal of inclusion phenomena and macrocyclic chemistry” This study found that using 2-hydroxypropyl-ß-cyclodextrin (HP-ß-CD) to encapsulate minoxidil can create a stable aqueous solution, potentially replacing the need for organic solvents in topical treatments for androgenic alopecia.
January 2026 in “Open Life Sciences” This study found that exosomes derived from human amniotic mesenchymal stem cells enhanced stem cell proliferation and structural restoration in irradiated salivary glands of rats, with significant improvements observed by day 7, suggesting activation of the Wnt signaling pathway.
260 citations
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January 2019 in “Pharmaceutics” This study highlights that niosomes, or non-ionic surfactant based vesicles, offer an advantageous drug delivery system due to their stability, cost-effectiveness, and ability to enhance drug bioavailability and targeting efficiency for various therapeutic agents.
January 1994 in “Memorial University Research Repository (Memorial University)” This study suggests that oleosomes in Sesbania nodules are utilized for cell growth and development but are not directly involved in nitrogen fixation.
December 2010 in “Journal of the American Geriatrics Society” This article highlights the complexity of diagnosing hyponatremia in older adults, emphasizing the need to evaluate urinary tract obstruction, medication effects, and age-related changes rather than relying solely on spot urinary values.
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October 2024 in “Nano Convergence” This study found that an injectable hydrogel dressing with silver nanoparticles showed promise in healing MRSA-infected wounds by reducing inflammation, supporting tissue regeneration, and maintaining prolonged antibacterial activity, highlighting its potential as an effective treatment strategy.
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August 2016 in “Química Nova” This study concluded that chitosan nanoparticles loaded with minoxidil effectively target hair follicles and reduce dermal exposure compared to iontophoresis, despite similar drug delivery potential to the follicles.
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September 2025 in “Scientific Reports” This study reported that a colistin sulfate-loaded nanoemulgel showed improved antimicrobial activity and skin permeability compared to a CS solution, suggesting a potential new approach for treating severe infections caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria.
13 citations
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February 2019 in “Journal of Microencapsulation” This study focused on designing a niosome formulation that encapsulates pumpkin seed oil for topical use, achieving high entrapment efficiency and stability over three months.
60 citations
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March 2021 in “Bioactive Materials” This study found that nanofibrous membranes containing PNA nanogels enhanced wound healing in mice by modulating reactive oxygen species levels, improving cell adhesion and proliferation.
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November 2018 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis” This study found that a hydro-alcoholic extract of Roselle petals may reduce free radical production during UV-induced photodecomposition of antibiotics, potentially offering protective benefits for patients using similar topical antibiotics.
33 citations
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October 2016 in “European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study found that a novel effervescent formulation significantly increased minoxidil sulphate accumulation in hair follicles and skin compared to a standard minoxidil solution.
January 1989 in “Skin research” In this study, an oleanolic acid-containing scalp treatment increased terminal hair counts significantly more than placebo in men under 50 with androgenic alopecia, but only three showed clinical improvement, with minimal side effects reported.
2 citations
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December 2015 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study found that low frequency sonophoresis may reduce percutaneous absorption of sodium fluorescein-loaded liposomes by partially blocking follicular pathways in the skin.
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December 2025 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study found that hucMSC-EXOs delivered via intratympanic injection effectively target vestibular sensory tissues, significantly reducing gentamicin-induced balance issues and high-frequency hearing loss, with some measured outcomes surpassing those achieved with dexamethasone.
9 citations
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June 2021 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” This study found that polymeric micelle nanocarriers delivered pharmacologically relevant amounts of spironolactone to the epidermis and upper dermis, with higher delivery to pilosebaceous units, suggesting potential for treating glucocorticoid-induced impaired wound healing and pilosebaceous androgen-related skin diseases.
6 citations
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January 2005 This study found that sodium selenite toxicity in cow calves significantly affects clinical and hematological parameters, with differing symptoms observed between subacute and chronic exposure.
69 citations
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March 2003 in “Journal of Experimental Botany” This study found that salinity stress in Arabidopsis thaliana root hairs may inhibit hair extension through changes in the tip-focused Ca(2+) gradient, while cytosolic pH remains unaffected.
April 2018 in “Assiut Veterinary Medical Journal/Maǧallaẗ Asyūṭ al-ṭibiyyaẗ al-baytariyyaẗ” This study found that fecal zinc concentration can serve as a biomarker for early diagnosis of zinc deficiency in lambs, complementing serum zinc evaluations.
May 2026 in “Colloids and Surfaces B Biointerfaces”
This research developed a zinc-doped nanocomposite using biodegradable materials, observing effective bone targeting and regeneration capabilities in vivo, with no observed cytotoxicity in the MG63 cell line, potentially due to blocking Farnesyl Diphosphate Synthetase to inhibit osteoclastic activity and promote osteogenesis.
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January 2000 in “Inhalation Toxicology” This study found that exposure to aqueous dispersion resin in aerosol form increased lung weights and caused histopathological changes in animals at higher concentrations, with a no-observable-effect level at 30 mg/m³.