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January 2010 Refined open donor harvesting techniques can reduce hair follicle damage in hair restoration surgery.
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April 1983 in “Trends in Biochemical Sciences”
September 2017 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” This study presents an economical and user-friendly training module using common materials and goat skin to teach the steps of the strip method for hair follicle harvesting and implantation.
17 citations
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April 2022 in “Bioactive Materials” This review discusses the current techniques for engineering microtissues, emphasizing the potential of continuous microfluidic processes to facilitate large-scale production, but reports no new experimental results.
October 2022 in “Hair Transplantation” This review describes the evolution and categorization of FUE punch designs in hair restoration, noting the need for updated classifications to include new systems, but reports no new experimental findings.
7 citations
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August 2015 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that cross beam laser is a reliable tool for assessing scalp laxity in hair restoration surgery, with results comparable to the Mayer elasticity scale.
January 2024 in “ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering” In this study, researchers developed a microfluidics-based method to generate hair follicle germs on a large scale for potential hair regeneration therapies, demonstrating efficient hair follicle regeneration following transplantation into mice.
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November 1996 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the ergonomic and rational analysis of methodologies to expedite and enhance hair restoration surgeries but does not report new clinical results.
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May 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Three new techniques simplify and improve the preparation of tissue samples for skin cancer surgery.
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June 2012 in “OhioLink ETD Center (Ohio Library and Information Network)” In this study, the 40-MBR system was shown to enhance drug-screening efficiency by providing reliable, real-time monitoring of cell conditions in 3-D cultures compared to traditional methods.
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September 2013 in “Materials Science and Engineering C” Keratin-based hydrogels from human hair and wool are promising for wound dressings and are more eco-friendly.
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June 2022 in “Journal of cleaner production” This study found that a new eco-friendly hair crosslinking method using visible light and non-toxic chemicals caused less damage and improved mechanical properties compared to traditional thioglycolic acid treatment.
January 2026 in “Eng—Advances in Engineering” This study developed a biodegradable nonwoven textile using a starch-based biopolymer and fruit extracts, resulting in materials that are stronger, more hydrophilic, and capable of releasing beneficial compounds over 72 hours, positioning them for potential use in medical, healthcare, and cosmetic applications.
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November 2023 in “Polymer International” This study found that integrating graphene oxide into a biodegradable composite made from discarded hair keratin enhanced its structural properties, biodegradability, and gas barrier performance, indicating potential use as an eco-friendly packaging material.
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October 2013 in “Cornea” This review discusses the strategies and progress in developing bioengineered organ replacement therapies but reports no new clinical results, highlighting the potential for future regenerative solutions.
11 citations
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January 2013 in “Methods in molecular biology” This study describes a method for labeling and tracking hair follicle stem cells in mouse skin using a Cre/lox recombination system with tamoxifen, providing insights into stem cell behavior and contribution to tissue regeneration.
September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study reported that robotic-assisted and specialized tool techniques for FUE hair transplantation have specific indications for different hair types and scalp areas, particularly benefiting patients undergoing multiple transplants.
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January 2025 in “Droplet” This review explores recent advancements in precise cell manipulation technologies, detailing the status, principles, benefits, limitations, and future potential of methods like single-cell manipulation and 3D bioprinting for cells and tissue engineering.
January 2022 in “Journal of Orthopedic Practice” This study introduces modified skin boards with channels to retain lubricant on the skin, maintaining their effectiveness in stretching and flattening during harvesting.
This study developed and evaluated a polyherbal solid shampoo bar using natural ingredients like Amla, Soapnut, Hibiscus, and Aloe vera, and found it to be an effective, safe, and sustainable alternative to conventional hair care products, with good cleansing and lathering properties.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study suggests that 3D bioprinting may become a practical solution for tissue regeneration and complex wound care, demonstrating improved outcomes over traditional methods in various applications.
October 2022 in “ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces” This study reports that the newly developed SA-Ca(II) hydrogel has tunable mechanical properties, high biocompatibility, and potential applications in wearable protections and stimuli-responsive electronics.
November 2025 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” In this study, researchers found that using the FUE method, performed by surgeons instead of technicians, allows for more precise follicular unit extraction than the traditional FUT method, potentially improving outcomes and donor area utilization in hair transplantation.
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January 2014 in “Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers (P) Ltd. eBooks” The document discusses how to use implanters in hair restoration.
August 2024 in “Biomedical Journal of Scientific & Technical Research” This study assessed the use of a levered nail trimmer, finding that it may improve ease of nail trimming, enhance personal comfort, and potentially benefit general health and wellness, including reduced injury risk for bald individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
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July 2025 in “Gels” This review explores how recombinant protein hydrogels, employing molecular engineering and crosslinking strategies, offer advanced applications in regenerative medicine by mimicking extracellular matrix dynamics and providing enhanced mechanical, environmental, and biological properties.
31 citations
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November 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article discusses the use of a robotic system for hair graft harvesting in hair restoration surgery, focusing on its capabilities and the advantages and disadvantages, but it reports no new clinical findings.
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April 2022 in “Science Translational Medicine” This study found that the hydrophilic PTK-UR foam with EG7 repeats significantly improved wound healing in porcine skin wounds compared to other scaffolds, suggesting potential for synthetic biomaterial applications.
4 citations
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May 2017 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the historical development and recent rejuvenation of implanter pens in hair restoration surgery and does not present new research findings.
Online tools are effective and cost-efficient for recruiting dermatology research participants, especially among younger people.