January 2024 in “Biological Research” This study found that mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes reduced hearing and hair cell loss caused by neomycin in experimental models by modulating autophagy, which promoted cell survival and lowered oxidative stress and apoptosis, indicating potential for deafness treatment.
In this study, six types of cold-pressed oils commonly found in the Polish market were analyzed for their health-promoting compounds and antioxidant activity, revealing them as valuable sources of bioactive compounds like polyunsaturated fatty acids, tocopherols, sterols, and polyphenols, without exceeding recommended deterioration parameters.
March 2023 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” In this study, researchers formulated a topical gel containing β-sitosterol for alopecia treatment and found it demonstrated good 5 alpha reductase inhibitory activity in vitro, comparable to a commercial product, indicating its potential for further antiandrogenic activity investigation.
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September 2017 in “Molecules” This review discusses the phytochemistry, pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, and standardization of Forsythiae Fructus, detailing both unripe and ripe forms, but reports no new clinical results.
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Andrology” This study concluded that mixtures of weak endocrine disruptors, such as parabens and azole fungicides, can produce combination effects that should be considered in regulatory risk assessments to avoid underestimating potential risks.
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November 2021 in “Obesity Reviews” This meta-analysis found a consistent positive association between glucocorticoids in hair and obesity measures, with the relationship between hair cortisone and waist circumference being particularly clinically relevant.
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June 2024 in “Nutrients” In this review, researchers highlighted that natural polyphenolics like flavonoids and resveratrol may help enhance testosterone production in aging males by boosting the expression of the Star gene in Leydig cells, potentially preventing age-related degenerative conditions linked to testosterone insufficiency.
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August 2023 in “Life” This review discusses using extracellular vesicles as less invasive surrogates for assessing drug-metabolizing enzymes and transporters, suggesting potential advancements in precision therapy, but reports no new clinical results.
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December 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” This review discusses the National Alopecia Areata Foundation's efforts to evaluate and advance alopecia areata research, focusing on immunology and drug development, and reports no new clinical results.
May 2025 in “Veterinary Medicine and Science” In this study, oral melatonin given to male Pomeranian dogs with Alopecia X improved semen quality and testicular blood flow in a dose-dependent manner, but altered hormonal balance, indicating complex effects that require further investigation for long-term implications.
February 2024 in “Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine” In this study using rat models, researchers developed a Pluronic@F-127 hydrogel to deliver the flavonoid pectolinarin, finding it accelerates wound healing and reduces scar formation by enhancing cell migration, proliferation, and antioxidant activity.
August 2023 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study found that cell-free fat extract (CEFFE) enhanced hair growth in mice with androgenetic alopecia by increasing hair follicle density and promoting proliferation while regulating the DHT/AR pathway.
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January 2021 in “in Vivo” This study found that scoparone increased the expression of certain pluripotency-related proteins in dermal papilla cells, suggesting a potential new mechanism for enhancing hair growth.
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March 2014 in “Molecular and Cellular Biology” This study found that Cidea is critical for regulating lipid storage and sebum secretion in sebaceous glands, with its deficiency causing hair issues and impaired skin functions in mice.
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July 2019 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This article discusses genetic hair disorders in children, outlining diagnostic approaches and highlighting the significance of distinguishing isolated hair defects from those associated with syndromes, but it reports no new clinical results.
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January 2018 in “Development” This study found that Frizzled genes Fzd3 and Fzd6 are redundantly involved in controlling hair follicle polarity in mice, but operate through distinct mechanisms, highlighting their complex role in hair orientation.
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February 2023 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” In this study, 40.9% of patients taking 4 mg baricitinib and 21.2% taking 2 mg achieved significant hair regrowth over 52 weeks, indicating potential long-term benefits for adults with severe alopecia areata without introducing new safety concerns.
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July 2019 in “Lupus Science & Medicine” In this study, gene expression analysis of plucked hair follicles from scalp lesions was sufficient to differentiate chronic discoid lupus erythematosus from psoriasis and healthy controls, suggesting a non-invasive diagnostic potential.
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August 2024 in “Pharmacological Reviews” This review summarized advancements in intestinal lymphatic drug delivery, emphasizing the evolving understanding of lymphatics as active players in health and disease, which has led to innovative therapeutic strategies and enhanced pharmacokinetic outcomes via this delivery route.
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November 2016 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the follicular unit excision process in hair restoration, focusing on the balance between donor site wounding and graft retrieval, and provides no new clinical data.
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November 2024 in “EMBO Reports” In this study, researchers observed that deleting the Gpr54 gene accelerated the hair cycle and enhanced hair regeneration in mice by modifying the NAFTc3-SFRP1-Wnt signaling pathway, suggesting Gpr54 as a potential target for hair loss treatments.
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September 2023 in “Dermatology and Therapy” In this phase 3 trial analysis, baricitinib improved scalp hair growth in adults with severe alopecia areata, with a faster and higher response in those receiving 4 mg compared to 2 mg, but response varied with severity at baseline and continued through week 52.
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April 2023 in “Biomaterials advances” In this study, researchers developed gellan gum hydrogels functionalized with biomimetic peptides that create a supportive microenvironment for human dermal papilla cells, enhancing their hair-inductive capacity and ability to mimic hair morphogenesis-like events in vitro.
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March 2023 in “Phytochemistry Reviews” This review discusses the potential of CBD for treating skin disorders, the challenges of its topical administration, and current strategies to improve its application, but reports no new clinical findings.
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October 2022 in “Current Dermatology Reports” This review discusses various skin reactions after SARS-CoV-2 infection and COVID-19 vaccination, noting a higher incidence with mRNA vaccines than adenovirus vector vaccines, and reports no new clinical results.
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April 2020 in “medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study identified gene sets associated with Tourette Syndrome, implicating Ligand-gated Ion Channel Signaling, Lymphocytic, and Cell Adhesion and Trans-synaptic Signaling processes in the disorder's neurobiology.
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January 2001 This article discusses the symptoms, diagnostic methods, and complications associated with achalasia and reports no new clinical findings.
August 2026 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This study in the United Arab Emirates found that alopecia areata significantly impacts patient quality of life and healthcare resource utilization, particularly among those with higher scalp hair loss.
May 2026 in “Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics” In this study, researchers developed and tested a novel peptide, AMHR2BP, which mimics the function of Anti-Müllerian hormone to protect ovarian follicles in mice, showing promise for preserving ovarian health during chemotherapy without causing toxicity.
June 2025 in “Naunyn-Schmiedeberg s Archives of Pharmacology” This literature review reports that certain herbal remedies, such as rosemary, green tea, and ginseng, have shown promise in promoting hair growth and improving hair density, though variability and study design limitations highlight the need for more rigorous research.