14 citations
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June 2023 in “Journal of Infection and Public Health” This study observed a low rate of long-COVID lasting more than three months among mostly vaccinated healthcare workers during the Omicron wave, suggesting that further research is needed to assess the impact of different vaccines on long-COVID-19 in this group.
14 citations
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December 2001 in “Journal of autoimmunity” This study found that immunity to self-prion peptides could be induced in Lewis rats, but in older rats, it was associated with severe skin inflammation and hair loss.
12 citations
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December 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, hair transplantation was found to significantly improve self-esteem and satisfaction with appearance among male androgenetic alopecia patients.
12 citations
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September 2013 in “BMC Biophysics” This study developed a model showing that keratin elasticity in skin may be influenced by electrostatic and bridging interactions between keratin filaments, contingent on the balance of charges in the surrounding medium.
11 citations
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August 2024 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” In this study, a peptide hydrogel scaffold loaded with umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cells was used to repair damaged endometrium in rats, significantly improving fertility and live birth rates by restoring endometrial thickness and promoting angiogenesis.
10 citations
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November 2023 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” In this study, researchers developed a self-assembling hydrogel called RADA-PDGF2 and found it to accelerate wound closure in a mouse model due to its pro-proliferative and pro-migratory properties, without causing cytotoxicity or immunogenicity.
10 citations
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July 2021 in “International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases” This review summarizes evidence indicating that body image issues in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus should be addressed with the same importance as physical symptoms like pain and disability.
9 citations
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February 2020 in “Materials Express” In a study on female SD rats, the authors found that RADA16-1 short-peptide nano-fiber gel scaffolds improved burn wound healing, hair follicle growth, hair growth length, and expression of bFGF and EGF compared to a NaCl control.
8 citations
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October 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review explores the potential of self-amplifying RNA technology for protein replacement therapy in various health disorders but reports no new experimental results, indicating challenges remain for clinical approval.
8 citations
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October 2016 in “Experimental dermatology” This paper proposes that the induction of HF-specific neo-antigens by peripheral CD8+ T cells may maintain self-tolerance but could also lead to immunopathology in conditions like alopecia areata.
7 citations
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December 2020 in “ACS biomaterials science & engineering” In this study, researchers demonstrated that human hair keratins can self-assemble into stable nanofibrous networks in vitro, which are compatible with human skin cells and useful for regenerative applications.
7 citations
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July 2018 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” This study found that optimizing chitosan-tripolyphosphate nanoparticles can enhance the sustained percutaneous delivery of caffeine, with certain conditions affecting stability and release rates.
5 citations
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December 2021 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” In this study, metformin promoted hair follicle regeneration in vitro by enhancing the hair inductive capability of dermal cells, warranting further exploration for pattern hair loss treatment.
5 citations
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April 2019 in “Veterinary Dermatology” In this case series, cats infested with Lynxacarus radovskyi developed self-induced alopecia similar to flea allergic dermatitis, primarily affecting the perianal area.
4 citations
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May 2023 in “Composites Part B: Engineering” In this study, a novel nanocomposite hydrogel was developed for diabetic wound care, demonstrating superior tissue adhesion, antibacterial properties, and healing capabilities in vivo and in vitro, while also allowing real-time pH monitoring to aid clinical management.
4 citations
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March 2023 in “IP International Journal of Comprehensive and Advanced Pharmacology” This study explored the development of a self nanoemulsifying drug delivery system to enhance the solubility and oral bioavailability of exemestane HCl for breast cancer therapy.
4 citations
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July 2022 in “Annals of translational medicine” This study successfully developed 3D hair follicle organoids from neonatal mouse epidermal and dermal cells, showing structural and molecular resemblance to native anagen hair follicles.
4 citations
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October 2017 in “Advances in tissue engineering & regenerative medicine” In this study, a bioengineered construct using a biodegradable polycaprolactone mat cocultured with human keratinocyte and rabbit dermal fibroblast cells demonstrated potential as a tissue-engineered skin substitute, showing good cell adhesion and growth.
4 citations
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March 2016 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study found that a self-emulsifying formulation with eugenol in emu oil improved hair conditioning and growth in rats, showing rapid hair increase after an initial delay compared to minoxidil.
3 citations
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August 2022 in “Pharmaceuticals” This study observed that a self-emulsifying drug delivery system for finasteride significantly enhanced bioavailability in rats compared to commercial tablets, but the formulation was found to be thermodynamically unstable.
3 citations
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February 2019 in “The European Research Journal” In this study, self-esteem, body image, and sexual function in women significantly improved after total laser pubic hair removal.
3 citations
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January 2019 in “Dermatology and therapy” This study found that standardized scalp massages may help stabilize or regrow hair in individuals with androgenic alopecia, as perceived by the participants themselves.
2 citations
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September 2022 in “Composites Part B: Engineering” This study found that multifunctional peptide-based materials derived from Crassostrea gigas may promote scarless dermal wound healing without affecting intestinal flora through both topical and oral administration.
2 citations
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January 2008 in “Journal of Society of Cosmetic Chemists of Japan” PMS nanoparticles improve damaged hair by protecting and restoring its surface and color.
1 citations
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February 2026 in “ACS Omega” This review highlights the potential of self-powered nanogenerators in revolutionizing biomedical devices by using biomechanical or environmental energy, focusing on applications like regenerative hair growth, drug release patches, and electronic skin while evaluating challenges such as energy efficiency and biocompatibility.
1 citations
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September 2023 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” This study found that a novel in-situ crosslinked self-healing hydrogel made from oxidized Bletilla striata polysaccharide and cationic gelatin enhanced wound healing and showed strong hemostatic performance in animal models, suggesting its potential as an effective wound dressing for skin trauma.
1 citations
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June 2020 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This article reviews the psychological impact of alopecia areata on patients, including lower self-esteem and poorer quality of life, and reports no new clinical results.
August 2026 in “Fabad Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study developed a Neusilin® US2-based solid self-nanoemulsifying drug delivery system for finasteride that showed improved stability and drug delivery, with complete dissolution comparable to standard Propecia® tablets.
June 2026 in “Psychiatry Neurology and Medical Psychology” In this study, researchers found that women with mixed-genesis alopecia exhibited more significant psychological maladaptation and disturbances in self-attitude than those with metabolic alopecia, suggesting the importance of tailored psychotherapeutic approaches to improve their psychological adaptation and quality of life.
June 2026 in “Virtual and Physical Prototyping” This study introduced a high-viscosity epoxy photoresist to enhance the fabrication of complex microstructures with monolithic integration and mechanical stability, enabling advancements in two-photon 3D printing for creating functional micro-mechanical devices.