18 citations
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January 2013 in “PLoS ONE” This study identified several significant genetic variants associated with alopecia universalis, including a novel association with HLA-DRB5, which may play a hidden role in the disease.
8 citations
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December 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” This review discusses recent advancements made in using mouse models to investigate the genetic complexity and pathogenesis of alopecia areata, emphasizing potential new treatment targets, but it reports no new findings.
4 citations
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August 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Certain genes influence the direction of hair whorls on the scalp.
March 2025 in “Human Genetics and Genomics Advances” This study found that genetic predictions of male pattern baldness from European populations do not generalize well to African populations, highlighting significant differences in genetic architecture between them.
September 2023 in “Medicina-lithuania” In this study, DNA analysis of patients with androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata indicated potential differences in treatment response based on genetic makeup across Romanian and Brazilian populations, notably involving genes like GR-alpha and SULT1A1, which may guide personalized treatment strategies.
December 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This paper discusses forensic DNA phenotyping, emphasizing its ability to infer visible traits from biological samples without reference samples, but notes ethical and legal concerns related to its use.
299 citations
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March 2001 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that specific genetic markers near the androgen receptor gene are significantly more common in men with male pattern baldness, suggesting a genetic component in its development.
April 2024 in “Prostate international” In this study using Mendelian randomization analysis, researchers found no causal relationship between androgenic alopecia and prostate cancer risk, suggesting that previously observed associations in epidemiological studies might not be causal.
54 citations
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March 2024 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” This article summarizes the properties, synthesis, and biomedical applications of molecules with N-oxide functionalities, emphasizing their growing role in healthcare due to their unique properties, such as water solubility and redox reactivity, crucial for drug targeting and cytotoxicity.
July 2026 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This research highlights the crucial roles of B vitamins in metabolism, neurological processes, and DNA functions, and describes emerging therapies that enhance vitamin absorption and therapeutic potential.
June 2026 in “Acta Pharmacologica Sinica” This review highlights how integrating medicinal chemistry with delivery science could transform the limitations of PROTACs—such as poor solubility and low cell permeability—into strengths, potentially advancing these compounds from experimental stages to clinical applications by optimizing their delivery and enhancing therapeutic efficacy.
October 2023 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” This review highlights the emerging potential of electrospun nanofibers in promoting hair growth for androgenetic alopecia, showcasing their advantages like high porosity and antibacterial activity, and the possibility of integrating active pharmaceuticals.
88 citations
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July 2020 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” In this review, bioengineered materials incorporating growth factors and cytokines were reported to enhance wound healing by sustaining drug delivery, reducing dosage, and minimizing side effects compared to traditional treatments.
8 citations
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January 2025 in “Gels” This study developed cilostazol-loaded formulations for nose-to-brain delivery, finding that these formulations improved cilostazol's bioavailability by enhancing solubility, absorption, and permeability, achieving nearly 100% drug release in vitro within 2 hours.
3 citations
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June 2025 in “Biomedical Reports” This review highlights that nanotechnology shows promise in improving cervical cancer treatment by specifically targeting cancer cells, potentially enhancing treatment efficacy and reducing side effects compared to conventional therapies.
3 citations
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February 2008 in “Basic and clinical dermatology” Telogen Effluvium is a hair loss condition where treatment involves identifying and managing its triggers.
30 citations
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July 2022 in “Scientific Reports” This study developed a model using cardiovascular radiomics to estimate biological heart age, finding obesity and other health factors strongly correlated with accelerated heart aging.
December 2025 in “Egyptian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences” This study found that the JAK1 rs310241 AG genotype is associated with a 4.6-fold increased risk of alopecia areata, whereas JAK2 polymorphisms showed no significant link, suggesting a potential genetic susceptibility factor warranting further research.
This article reviews various topics including medically important plants in dermatology, supporting medicinal herbs for primary dysmenorrhea, and several drug delivery systems, without providing new clinical findings.
1 citations
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October 2025 in “Beni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences” This study reviews lipid-based nanocosmeceuticals and reports that they enhance therapeutic effectiveness in dermatological applications by improving skin hydration, reducing wrinkles, and effectively managing conditions like psoriasis and eczema, though further large-scale trials and regulatory alignment are needed for clinical use.
July 2010 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Scientists found gene mutations that affect hair loss, skin stem cells, and skin disorders, and identified drugs that may help treat blood vessel and skin conditions.
31 citations
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January 2003 in “Dermatology” This article provides an overview of recent discoveries about steroidogenic enzymes involved in androgenetic alopecia but reports no new clinical results.
1 citations
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August 2002 in “Zeitschrift für Hautkrankheiten” Male androgenetic alopecia involves hair follicle miniaturization due to DHT, with potential treatments using inhibitors and blockers.
6 citations
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January 2020 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that topically applied liposomal spherical nucleic acids targeting the IL-17 receptor could effectively reduce psoriasis severity in preclinical models.
1 citations
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December 2023 in “Cutis” This systematic review found that toluidine blue may be valuable for diagnosing and treating specific skin tumors in the context of Mohs micrographic surgery, though literature on its use is limited and mostly qualitative.
74 citations
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January 2013 in “Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy” This review discusses recent advances in hair follicle biology, regeneration, and tissue engineering, highlighting emerging therapeutic opportunities, and reports no new experimental results.
49 citations
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January 2004 in “Dermatology” This study found that men with a paternal history of hair loss were significantly more likely to experience hair loss themselves.
30 citations
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January 2000 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article reviews the genetic and psychological aspects of androgenetic alopecia in men and women, reporting no new clinical findings while emphasizing the broad impact of this hair loss condition.
22 citations
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March 2000 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This study developed a method using HPLC with UV-DAD and ESI-MS detection to identify prohibited substances like minoxidil and hormones in cosmetic products advertised online for hair loss and skin conditions.
1 citations
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October 2013 in “Journal of Postgraduate Medical Institute” This study reported that Metformin effectively improved menstrual irregularities, LH:FSH ratio, and serum testosterone in women with PCOS, but did not alleviate hyperandrogenism symptoms.