research Latest Developments in Stem Cell Research and Regenerative Medicine, September 2016
In September 2016, there were major advancements and promising clinical trials in stem cell research and regenerative medicine.
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research Melanocytes: The New Black
Melanocytes are crucial for skin pigmentation and can affect conditions like melanoma, vitiligo, and albinism, as well as hair color and hearing.
research TGF-β Family Signaling in Epithelial Differentiation and Epithelial-Mesenchymal Transition
The TGF-β family helps control how cells change and move, affecting skin, hair, and organ development.
research Thyroid Hormones Directly Alter Human Hair Follicle Functions: Anagen Prolongation and Stimulation of Both Hair Matrix Keratinocyte Proliferation and Hair Pigmentation
Thyroid hormones help hair grow, reduce hair loss, and increase hair pigment.
research Neurosteroids Are Endogenous Neuroprotectants in an Ex Vivo Glaucoma Model
A natural steroid in the body may protect against eye damage in glaucoma.
research The Ophthalmological Complications of Targeted Agents in Cancer Therapy: What Do We Need to Know as Ophthalmologists?
Cancer treatments can cause various eye problems, so eye doctors should know how to diagnose and treat these early.
research Olfactory Receptor OR2AT4 Regulates Human Hair Growth
A certain smell receptor in hair follicles can affect hair growth when activated by a synthetic sandalwood scent.
research From Neural Crest Cells to Melanocytes: Cellular Plasticity During Development and Beyond
Melanocyte development from neural crest cells is complex and influenced by many factors, and better understanding could help treat skin disorders.
research Pre-Clinical Cell-Based Therapy for Limbal Stem Cell Deficiency
Cell-based therapies show promise for treating Limbal Stem Cell Deficiency but need more research.
research The Cutaneous Serotoninergic/Melatoninergic System: Securing a Place Under the Sun
Human skin can make serotonin and melatonin, which help protect and maintain it.
research The Role of Melatonin in Neuroectodermal-Mesodermal Interactions: The Hair Follicle Synthesizes Melatonin and Expresses Functional Melatonin Receptors
Hair follicles produce and respond to melatonin, affecting hair growth and sensitivity to estrogen.
research Design of a RADA16-Based Self-Assembling Peptide Nanofiber Scaffold for Biomedical Applications
RADA16 is a promising material for tissue repair and regenerative medicine but needs improvement in strength and cost.
research Therapeutic Potential of Patient iPSC-Derived Melanocytes in Autologous Transplantation
Patient-derived melanocytes can potentially treat vitiligo by restoring skin pigmentation.
research Polyamines and Hair: A Couple in Search of Perfection
Polyamines are important for hair growth, but more research is needed to understand their functions and treatment potential.
research 17β-Estradiol Enhances Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Production and Dihydrotestosterone Antagonizes the Enhancement via the Regulation of Adenylate Cyclase in Differentiated THP-1 Cells
Estrogen increases blood vessel growth factor production, while testosterone blocks this increase.
research Chemoprevention of Doxorubicin-Induced Alopecia in Mice by Dietary Administration of L-Cystine and Vitamin B6
L-cystine and vitamin B6 at high doses prevented hair loss in mice treated with a chemotherapy drug.
research Successful Management of Multiple Extrapulmonary Complications Associated with Rhodococcus Equi Pneumonia in a Foal
A sick foal with Rhodococcus equi pneumonia was successfully treated for multiple complications with targeted therapy and careful monitoring.
research Feasibility of Repairing Skin Defects by VEGF165 Gene-Modified iPS-HFSCs Seeded on a 3D Printed Scaffold Containing Astragalus Polysaccharide
The new method using gene-modified stem cells and a 3D printed scaffold improved skin repair in mice.
research IPSC-Based Approach for Human Hair Follicle Regeneration
The document concludes that using stem cells to regenerate hair follicles could be a promising treatment for hair loss, but there are still challenges to overcome before it can be used clinically.
research Activation of Nrf2 in Keratinocytes Causes Chloracne-Like Skin Disease in Mice
Activating Nrf2 in skin cells causes skin disease similar to chloracne in mice.
research Spermidine Promotes Human Hair Growth and Is a Novel Modulator of Human Epithelial Stem Cell Functions
Spermidine may help reduce hair loss and deserves further testing as a treatment.
research Intraoperative Iris Behavior During Phacoemulsification Maneuvers in Rabbits Treated with Selective Alpha-1 Blocker, 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor, or Anxiolytic Medication
Tamsulosin increases the risk of floppy iris during eye surgery.
research In Vitro Strategies for Mimicking Dynamic Cell–ECM Reciprocity in 3D Culture Models
The conclusion is that accurately replicating the complexity of the extracellular matrix in the lab is crucial for creating realistic human tissue models.
research Hair Follicle Stem Cells: Walking the Maze
Hair follicle stem cells are key for hair and skin regeneration, can be reprogrammed, and have potential therapeutic uses, but also carry a risk of cancer.
research Alopecia And Ocular Alterations: A Role For Minoxidil?
Minoxidil, a common alopecia medication, might cause eye changes due to its properties and lack of tissue selectivity.
research External Light Activates Hair Follicle Stem Cells Through Eyes Via an ipRGC–SCN–Sympathetic Neural Pathway
Light can turn on hair growth cells through a nerve path starting in the eyes.
research Harnessing Neuroendocrine Controls of Keratin Expression: A New Therapeutic Strategy for Skin Diseases?
Using neurohormones to control keratin can lead to new skin disease treatments.
research Clinical and Microscopic Features of Generalized Discoid Lupus Erythematosus in Dogs (10 Cases)
Dogs with generalized discoid lupus erythematosus have similar symptoms to humans and need continuous treatment.
research Biology of Melanocytes in Mammals
Melanocytes are important for skin and hair color and protect the skin from UV damage.
research Vitamin A in Skin and Hair: An Update
Vitamin A is important for healthy skin and hair, influencing hair growth and skin healing, but UV light reduces its levels.