December 2018 in “Neuroradiology” MRI helps distinguish between pituitary adenomas and craniopharyngiomas, guides treatment for pediatric CNS tumors, and assesses rhinocerebral mucormycosis with a high mortality rate in transplanted patients.
January 2024 in “LA Referencia (Red Federada de Repositorios Institucionales de Publicaciones Científicas)” This study found that Carbon Quantum Dots effectively detected and quantified Co²⁺ ions and methylcobalamin in tap water with high sensitivity and recovery rates between 95% and 105%.
January 2020 in “대한미용학회지” This study reported that both gray and black-brown hair had decreased sulfur content after dyeing with a permanent hair dye mixture consisting primarily of carbon, oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur.
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October 2008 in “PubMed” This study examined hair curvature in Japanese women, finding that 47% have curved hair, and identified structural differences in hair fiber, which resemble those in wool fibers.
35 citations
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February 2003 in “Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - General Subjects” This study found that lead treatment enhances the imaging of organized hair lipid structures, revealing their orientation and possible composition as lead and calcium soaps, with potential applications in various fields.
1 citations
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January 2007 in “Journal of Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome” A higher calcium to magnesium ratio in hair is linked to lower insulin sensitivity.
June 2026 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” This study found that polarized light microscopy is more effective than diffractive microscopy in distinguishing scarring from non-scarring alopecia, providing a highly specific adjunct diagnostic tool for alopecia biopsy specimens.
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January 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study reported that polarized dermoscopy was better for visualizing vascular patterns, scaling, and reticular pigmentation, while nonpolarized mode better documented features like black dots and tapered hair in various hair and scalp conditions.
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October 2023 in “The Journal of Physical Chemistry C” This study used theoretical calculations to show that phosphates strongly bind to cerium dioxide surfaces in various stable configurations, with spectral signatures identifiable in the infrared and Raman spectra, informing future experimental efforts in controlling the enzymatic activity of ceria nanoparticles.
January 2016 in “한국공업화학회 연구논문 초록집” This study modified nanocomposites with citric acid and hydrazine for potential dual use in cancer imaging and treatment, suggesting they might reduce side effects of traditional chemotherapy.
3 citations
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October 2021 in “Neuroscience Letters” This study demonstrated the first successful isolation of inner ear exosomes from perilymph using a novel immunomagnetic technique, providing a potential diagnostic method for sensorineural hearing loss.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that desmosomal cadherin desmoglein 3 loses its rigidity upon Ca2+ removal, regardless of desmosome functional state, suggesting a central role for signaling in hyper-adhesion.
In this study, researchers developed a mathematical model of outer hair cell hair bundles that replicates experimental responses to mechanical stimuli, providing insights into the stimulus-dependent adaptation mechanisms and the functional significance of their three-row stereocilia configuration in mammalian hearing.
January 2011 in “Journal of Society of Cosmetic Chemists of Japan” This study found that a conditioner containing 18-MEA and SPDA can improve hair's smoothness and reduce flyaways, enhancing hair manageability.
32 citations
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June 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” This review explores the use of topical and transdermal delivery for drugs and cosmetics, highlighting the benefits of avoiding side effects and rapid metabolism, with a focus on nanoparticulate formulations and techniques for studying skin penetration.
January 2018 in “대한미용학회지” This study found that white hair demonstrated denser and more hydrophobic properties compared to black hair.
11 citations
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January 2016 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” This study found that enzymatic phosphorylation of hair keratin increased its capacity to adsorb cationic components like methylene blue and may have practical implications for hair care products.
1 citations
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January 2001 This study observed that cancer patients had significantly lower immunity and higher virus infection and zinc levels in hair compared to those with benign tumors and healthy subjects.
This study found that the levels of heavy metal contamination in hair were higher in both men and women with hair loss compared to those without.
26 citations
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April 1975 in “Journal of Wildlife Management” This study found that Alaskan moose hair mineral content varied seasonally and by location, with differences in magnesium, copper, and manganese levels linked to winter-killed calves.
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December 1956 in “PubMed” 1 citations
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July 2020 in “Reviews in separation sciences” This study developed a simple method to determine finasteride, indapamide, and tiemonium methylsulfate in pharmaceuticals by using their ability to form silver nanoparticles measurable via spectrophotometry.
2 citations
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March 2025 in “PNAS Nexus” In this study, researchers used Raman spectroscopy to identify melanin-specific features in mouse hair as potential biomarkers for gamma-radiation exposure, achieving a sensitivity of 88% and specificity of 83%, with classification accuracy declining over time beyond 7 days post-irradiation.
2 citations
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January 1976 in “Munich Personal RePEc Archive (Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich)” This study found that sodium and potassium levels in scalp hair might be sex-specific indicators, while females had slightly higher copper and iron levels, particularly during the reproductive period.
10 citations
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June 2001 in “Annals of neurology” This study reports that patients with Alzheimer's disease have increased levels of polyamines in their hair.
July 2026 in “Research Square”
April 2026 in “Diagnostics” In this case report, a 38-year-old woman with Parry–Romberg syndrome displayed left-sided facial atrophy and subclinical central nervous system involvement detectable by neuroimaging, suggesting that even symptom-free cases may benefit from systematic brain evaluations.
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January 1976 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” This study found that sodium and potassium hair levels may serve as sex-specific indicators, with slight differences in copper and iron content between males and females, particularly during the female reproductive period.
July 2009 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that 53% of Japanese women have straight hair while 47% have varying degrees of curved hair, with distinct structural differences observed in the internal makeup of curved hair fibers.
This study found that applying hair conditioner during a permanent wave process in the middle rather than early or late improves tensile strength, hydration, and maintains healthier hair cuticle structure.