17 citations,
January 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications” 3D bioprinting could improve skin repair and treat conditions like vitiligo and alopecia by precisely placing cells.
8 citations,
June 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Tiny particles called extracellular vesicles show promise for skin improvement and anti-aging in facial care but face challenges like low production and lack of research.
7 citations,
February 2018 in “InTech eBooks” Biomaterials combined with stem cells show promise for improving tissue repair and medical treatments.
6 citations,
December 2004 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Some family members had a condition with both loose hair and unique eye changes, possibly indicating a new type of ectodermal dysplasia.
6 citations,
January 2015 in “Journal of regenerative medicine & tissue engineering” The review concludes that innovations in regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, and developmental biology are essential for effective tissue repair and organ transplants.
4 citations,
November 2023 in “Nano biomedicine and engineering” Nanomaterials can improve wound healing by helping with cell growth, preventing infection, and reducing inflammation.
3 citations,
October 2022 in “PloS one” Scientists have developed a method to keep chicken feather follicles alive and structurally intact in a lab for up to a week.
3 citations,
June 2023 in “MedComm” Stem cells and their exosomes show promise for repairing tissues and healing wounds when delivered effectively, but more research is needed on their tracking and optimal use.
2 citations,
August 2023 in “Life” Bioinspired polymers are promising for advanced medical treatments and tissue repair.
1 citations,
November 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks” Future research should focus on making bioengineered skin that completely restores all skin functions.
1 citations,
February 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The fascial layer is a promising new target for wound healing treatments using biomaterials.
January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” New materials and methods could improve skin healing and reduce scarring.
July 2024 in “Current Pharmaceutical Design” Biodegradable polymers help wounds heal faster.
July 2024 in “ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering” Nanoencapsulated antibiotics are more effective in treating hair follicle infections than free antibiotics.
March 2024 in “Biomedicines” Mesenchymal stem cells show promise for effective skin repair and regeneration.
February 2017 in “International Journal on Advanced Science, Engineering and Information Technology” Human hair follicle stem cells can grow and turn into skin cells on chitosan templates, which may help in regenerative medicine.
December 2022 in “Acta Biomaterialia” Corrections were made to a previous work on 3D printing a gel-alginate mix for creating hair follicles, but the main finding - that this method can help grow hair - remains the same.
February 2019 in “Chin J Injury Repair and Wound Healing(Electronic Edition)” Porcine acellular dermal matrix helps hair growth by boosting specific proteins and signals.
355 citations,
August 2013 in “Acta Biomaterialia” The nanofibers with two growth factors improved wound healing by supporting structure, preventing infection, and aiding tissue growth.
262 citations,
May 2017 in “Nanomedicine” New nanofiber technology improves wound healing by supporting cell growth and delivering treatments directly to the wound.
84 citations,
June 2013 in “Stem Cells Translational Medicine” New methods for skin and nerve regeneration can improve healing and feeling after burns.
75 citations,
January 2011 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” The dermal regeneration template is effective in skin regeneration, reducing scarring, and has potential for future improvements.
71 citations,
February 2020 in “Journal of Translational Medicine” Progress has been made in skin and nerve regeneration, but more research is needed to improve methods and ensure safety.
70 citations,
January 2014 in “International review of cell and molecular biology” Keratin proteins are crucial for healthy skin, but mutations can cause skin disorders with no effective treatments yet.
20 citations,
January 2022 in “Polymers” Nanoparticles added to natural materials like cellulose and collagen can improve cell growth and wound healing, but more testing is needed to ensure they're safe and effective.
14 citations,
June 2021 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents” New patents show progress in developing drugs targeting the Wnt pathway for diseases like cancer and hair loss.
7 citations,
January 2016 in “Methods in molecular biology” Neurons from hair follicles can help repair damaged nerves.
4 citations,
July 2022 in “Annals of translational medicine” Scientists created complete hair-like structures by growing mouse skin cells together in a special gel.
3 citations,
June 2023 in “Nano today” A special bioink with nanoparticles helps regrow hair by reducing inflammation and promoting hair growth signals.
1 citations,
January 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that a complete skin restoration biomaterial does not yet exist, and more clinical trials are needed to ensure these therapies are safe and effective.