141 citations
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November 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that balding dermal papilla cells show premature senescence and altered expression of stress and DNA damage markers, suggesting sensitivity to environmental stress in androgenetic alopecia.
91 citations
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November 2008 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” This study found that DGAT1 functions as a key enzyme in murine skin to regulate retinoic acid levels and prevent retinoid toxicity, impacting hair cycle and sensitivity to retinol.
61 citations
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September 2016 in “NPG Asia Materials” This study developed thermo-reversible glycol chitosan hydrogels that effectively form and maintain 3D cell spheroids within one day, offering a simplified method for creating biologically realistic cultures for tissue regeneration and drug screening applications.
50 citations
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November 2010 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This study suggests that Botox injections may increase hair count and reduce hair loss in men with androgenetic alopecia, potentially through increased blood flow and oxygen to the scalp.
39 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry” In this study, a novel electrochemical sensor using a molecularly imprinted polymer was developed for the sensitive detection of minoxidil, successfully measuring its concentration in real samples.
30 citations
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January 2019 in “Clinical Endocrinology” This study observed that serum AMH concentration and LH/FSH ratio showed comparable diagnostic value for PCOS among infertile women, though neither is adequate alone for diagnosis.
25 citations
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January 1983 in “Analyst” Method measures minoxidil in tablets accurately and easily.
23 citations
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December 2010 in “Journal of Dermatology” In this study, oral finasteride improved the quality of life for male patients with androgenetic alopecia, but it did not significantly reduce anxiety or correlate with reported anxiety levels.
21 citations
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September 2021 in “Fertility and Sterility” This study found that the Elecsys AMH Plus immunoassay with a cutoff of 3.2 ng/mL is effective for diagnosing polycystic ovarian morphology, showing high sensitivity and specificity across different PCOS phenotypes.
19 citations
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September 1999 in “Talanta” New method measures minoxidil concentration faster, more accurately, and automatically.
16 citations
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January 2019 in “Kansas journal of medicine” This source outlines what it takes to be a competent provider for transgender individuals, focusing on their health needs, disparities, and coverage, and examines medical biases and hormone treatment guidelines, alongside treatment options for different age groups, concluding with evolving trends in medical education.
9 citations
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January 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This study presents a validated questionnaire, the FFA-QLI, which effectively assesses and differentiates the quality of life impact among patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia, showing greater sensitivity in identifying severe cases than the DLQI.
8 citations
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January 2011 in “Collection of Czechoslovak Chemical Communications” This study developed and validated a sensitive method using adsorptive cathodic stripping voltammetry to directly determine minoxidil in topical solutions, shampoos, and creams, achieving high recovery rates and precision.
4 citations
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March 2019 in “Acta Chromatographica” This study developed two sensitive chromatographic methods for determining finasteride and tamsulosin hydrochloride in pharmaceutical forms, validated against International Conference on Harmonisation guidelines.
2 citations
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January 1998 in “Dermatology” Stopping forehead irritation and using hydrocortisone helped a man's skin, Martinique has lower melanoma rates, a man had an allergy to a specific antifungal, another had unexplained cysts, certain drugs can cause skin reactions without always being interrelated, a link between Fanconi anemia and a skin condition was suggested, high levels of a certain protein may play a role in a type of psoriasis, and there's a need to study the connection between scalp pain and hair loss.
1 citations
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August 2025 in “Journal of Neonatal Surgery” This study evaluated a new nanogel formulation containing Ciclopirox Olamine for treating cutaneous candidiasis, finding that the optimized version offered improved skin penetration, sustained drug release, and effective antifungal action against Candida albicans compared to conventional treatment.
1 citations
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May 2025 in “Analytical Science Advances” This study presented a new method for accurately measuring Fe3+ in small serum samples, achieving high recovery rates and agreement with established testing methods, while offering advantages such as cost-effectiveness, simplicity, and enhanced sensitivity.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Arts” In this study, researchers formulated a pomade using papaya seed oil and virgin coconut oil at various concentrations and found it to be stable, non-irritating, and preferred by users, with the 7.5% concentration being most favored for providing shiny and moisturized hair.
July 2025 in “Highlights in Science Engineering and Technology” In this study, researchers found that nanomaterials designed for plastic surgery applications show promising results, including a 95% dynamic wrinkle filling rate and enhanced hair density by 41%; however, challenges like potential long-term safety issues and high production costs must be addressed.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” In this study, researchers developed a reliable HPLC method to simultaneously estimate Finasteride and Tadalafil in marketed formulations, showing precise, linear results with confirmed degradation susceptibility under certain stress conditions.
November 2024 in “International Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Allied Sciences” This study aimed to evaluate a herbal shampoo made from custard apple leaves for its physical properties, skin irritability, and foam formation, with a focus on efficacy and safety, particularly for addressing hair issues like lice infection.
This study identified the TALE homeodomain transcription factor Meis2 as a crucial regulator for the maturation and end-organ innervation of certain mechanoreceptors in mice, with its absence leading to altered sensory neuron structure and impaired touch sensitivity.
October 2023 in “Plant Archives/Plant archives” This study evaluated herbal formulations, including Neem and Hibiscus soaps and medicated oil, made from certain medicinal plants in India, finding them effective for antimicrobial purposes and beneficial for skin and hair, suggesting they are suitable for public use.
15 citations
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June 1964 in “Experimental Biology and Medicine” This study found that methotrexate treatment for 15 days suppressed tuberculin hypersensitivity in Strain 2 guinea pigs without causing lymphopenic or anti-inflammatory effects.
January 2024 in “Applied Mathematics and Nonlinear Sciences” This study developed a mathematical model to explore the interactions between hair cycle dynamics and immune system activity in alopecia areata, providing insights into disease progression and potential targets for treatment by simulating immune response effects on hair follicles.
February 2024 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This study introduced a unique herbal hair oil formulation that combines natural extracts such as coconut oil, sesame seeds, and hibiscus to hydrate the scalp, stimulate hair follicles, and improve overall hair appearance, aiming to address issues like thinning, dryness, and dandruff.
150 citations
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November 2007 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This study determined that nonclassical congenital adrenal hyperplasia has a 2.2% prevalence among hyperandrogenic women in Spain, with basal serum 17-hydroxyprogesterone showing excellent diagnostic performance.
133 citations
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February 2017 in “PLoS Genetics” In this study, researchers used genetic data from over 52,000 men to identify over 250 genetic loci associated with severe hair loss and developed a predictive algorithm for determining hair loss risk.
127 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of Biological Rhythms” This review discusses the role of the circadian clock in skin functions such as cell proliferation and UV protection and reports no new results; the authors note its potential in studying immune regulation and seasonal behaviors.
122 citations
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July 2005 in “The FASEB journal” This study found that hair follicles in both mice and humans may serve as an important site for melatonin synthesis and signaling, potentially influencing hair cycle regulation by modulating keratinocyte apoptosis.