48 citations
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January 2002 in “Journal of Structural Biology” This study reports that trichocyte intermediate filaments from rat vibrissae and human hair follicles may contain a hollow region at their core, suggesting unique structural properties.
13 citations
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November 2021 in “Biomedicines” This review discusses the potential of plasma-activated liquid (PAL) in medical applications and highlights recent studies to inform researchers of its usage possibilities, but reports no new clinical findings.
12 citations
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January 2022 in “The Egyptian Journal of Internal Medicine” This review summarizes current knowledge of SARS-CoV-2, including its biology, epidemiology, risk factors, and the need for updated vaccines and drugs, but presents no new clinical findings.
2 citations
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April 2020 in “International Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” This review summarizes current evidence on how beta-human papillomavirus and Merkel cell polyomavirus may contribute to the development of nonmelanoma and Merkel cell skin carcinomas, respectively, but it reports no new clinical findings.
April 2026 in “Biomolecules” This study reported that discarded squid ink was used to develop a high-performance, environmentally friendly hair dye that offers a stable deep black color, UV protection, and preserves hair structure, while showing excellent biosafety in lab tests.
February 2024 in “Current Bioactive Compounds” This study explored a novel finasteride-loaded nanoparticle gel for treating alopecia areata, finding that it significantly increased hair follicle number and size without causing skin irritation, presenting an effective alternative to traditional minoxidil treatments.
11 citations
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June 2020 in “FEBS Journal” This review discusses the regulation of myeloid cell networks in barrier tissues and how various factors influence immune homeostasis, but it reports no new experimental results.
1 citations
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September 2024 in “Cosmetics” This study found that permanent makeup pigments were applied at similar depths as traditional tattoo inks in mice but faded over time due to larger inorganic pigments.
33 citations
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July 2021 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This review discusses the use of nanocarrier technology in functional cosmetics to enhance skin penetration, increase ingredient stability, and allow codelivery of active ingredients, without reporting new clinical results.
96 citations
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September 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review highlights recent advances in chitosan-based nanoparticles (CS NPs) for drug delivery, discussing their modifications, preparation methods, production with organic and inorganic materials, and their latest implementations in the field, emphasizing the role of CS NPs in improving drug transport and release properties.
40 citations
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September 2024 in “Heliyon” This review discusses the role of bioceramics, highlighting their bactericidal activity, lack of side effects, and ability to release metallic ions for hard and soft tissue repair. The authors suggest that integrating bioceramics with other biomaterials could offer a cost-effective, efficient alternative for wound healing.
22 citations
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September 2022 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” CUR-loaded micelles improve skin delivery and effects of curcumin for pain and infections.
20 citations
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May 2023 in “Cancer Nanotechnology” The researchers reported that their novel formulation of pterostilbene-loaded ethoniosomes with folic acid coating effectively targeted lung cancer cells in vitro and demonstrated promising results in animal models, indicating potential for future targeted chemotherapy applications.
17 citations
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November 2024 in “Talanta” A new method was developed to detect pesticide residues on apples without damage.
16 citations
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June 2015 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” This study found that a gelatin microparticle-containing self-microemulsifying formulation combined with Soluplus improved the oral absorption of dutasteride.
10 citations
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May 2025 in “Cell Biomaterials” This perspective highlights how advancements in single-cell sequencing and digital pathology can help understand the complex mechanisms of immune responses, fibrosis, and tissue remodeling related to medical implants, aiming to address the challenges of implant-related tissue reactions reported in this study.
8 citations
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March 2023 in “Polymers” This study suggests that a chitosan-coated omeprazole-loaded nanoemulgel formulation may effectively treat certain skin infections due to its demonstrated antimicrobial properties and enhanced antibacterial activity.
6 citations
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November 2024 in “Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems” This study found that ultrasonication pre-treatment at various power levels improved the color, protein solubility, and degree of hydrolysis of fish protein hydrolysates from mackerel side streams, and potentially reduced bitterness by decreasing hydrophobic free amino acids.
5 citations
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April 2022 in “Pharmaceutics” This study reported that 5% minoxidil nanoparticles enhanced hair growth more effectively in mice than a commercial minoxidil solution, with significantly higher drug accumulation in the upper hair follicles.
4 citations
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August 2022 in “The Scientific World Journal” This study found that bufotalinin, derived from Merremia peltata leaves, may enhance hair growth by acting as a potential androgen receptor antagonist in rabbits.
August 2024 in “Scientia Horticulturae” In this study, researchers observed that inoculation with Funneliformis mosseae significantly enhanced growth, biomass, and root architecture in trifoliate orange plants, with variations in auxin levels and gene expression, suggesting PtPIN6 as a key gene involved in root hair development regulation.
7 citations
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December 2022 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This review discusses the role of extracellular vesicles as therapeutic agents for wound healing and highlights the need for further research into their clinical applications.
24 citations
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September 2020 in “Pharmaceutics” In this study, solid lipid microparticles loaded with lidocaine hydrochloride were developed to effectively deliver pain relief and antimicrobial benefits for wound management, demonstrated by testing with bioengineered skin substitutes and showing effectiveness against common wound-infecting bacteria.
21 citations
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April 2025 in “MedComm” This review explores the complex factors involved in alopecia areata, such as immune and genetic influences, and discusses advances in diagnostic and therapeutic approaches, while reporting no new clinical results.
19 citations
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April 2023 in “Antibiotics” This study found that azelaic acid entrapped in transethosomes exhibited enhanced antidermatophyte activity and improved treatment outcomes in guinea pig models of dermatophytosis compared to free azelaic acid.
17 citations
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October 2023 in “Polymers” This review highlights advancements in electrospun nanofibers, focusing on their potential applications in biomedical technologies, chemical and biological sensing, and energy harvesting within IoT devices.
13 citations
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November 2017 in “BMC Veterinary Research” This study suggests that topically applied fusidic acid may penetrate only the most superficial layers of canine skin but can reach sufficient concentrations to potentially treat infections caused by pathogenic staphylococci.
10 citations
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September 2021 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” This review explores the potential diagnostic and therapeutic applications of extracellular vesicles in treating various skin conditions but reports no new clinical study results.
4 citations
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March 2013 in “InTech eBooks” Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy (CLSM) is a useful tool for studying how drugs interact with skin and diagnosing skin disorders, despite some limitations.
February 2026 in “Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications” This study identifies a specific cell population, PDGFRα+/Sca1+/CD34+ mesenchymal cells, which play a crucial role in regenerating hair follicles by promoting the downgrowth phase of the hair cycle, offering insights into organ morphogenesis and stem cell niches essential for adult hair regeneration.