39 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry” In this study, a novel electrochemical sensor using a molecularly imprinted polymer was developed for the sensitive detection of minoxidil, successfully measuring its concentration in real samples.
28 citations
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September 2021 in “JAAD Case Reports” This study reports that the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine showed 52% protection against COVID-19 after the first dose and 95% after the second in phase 3 trials.
28 citations
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January 2005 in “Photochemistry and Photobiology” This study found that overexpression of PKCepsilon in mouse epidermis was associated with increased susceptibility to metastatic squamous cell carcinoma, potentially through a mechanism involving tumor necrosis factor-alpha.
25 citations
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November 2010 in “Journal of Molecular Structure” This preliminary study suggests that Raman micro-spectroscopy can help differentiate basal cell carcinoma from hair follicles in skin tissue sections, although some misclassification of hair follicles as carcinoma was observed.
23 citations
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December 2013 in “Molecular cancer therapeutics” This study found that AR-positive breast cancer cell lines are more sensitive to the dual PI3K/mTOR inhibitor NVP-BEZ235 compared to AR-negative cells.
22 citations
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January 2017 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology/The Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology” This study developed and validated a mass spectrometric method to measure hydroxy-androgens in serum, which aids in understanding androgen synthesis in castration resistant prostate cancer.
21 citations
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October 2010 in “Encyclopedia of Life Sciences” This article discusses the use of histoculture in cancer treatment, hair growth studies, and immune response research, but reports no new clinical results.
19 citations
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September 2011 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This study suggests that for single biopsy specimens, transverse sections may be preferable for diagnosing noncicatricial alopecia, while vertical sections may be better for suspected lichen planopilaris.
19 citations
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July 2005 in “Steroids” In this study, researchers developed a sensitive LC–MS–MS assay to measure 3α-androstanediol levels in rat plasma and observed that testosterone raises these levels via a 5α-reductase pathway.
19 citations
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September 1999 in “Talanta” New method measures minoxidil concentration faster, more accurately, and automatically.
18 citations
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May 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study concludes that elastic tissue staining is the most reliable method for identifying scarring patterns in alopecia biopsy specimens, and polarized microscopy may provide specific insights for nonscarring alopecia.
18 citations
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June 2001 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that transfecting keratinocytes with the 1α-OHase gene enhances local production of 1α,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3, suggesting a potential new therapy for skin conditions like psoriasis without causing hypercalcemia or resistance.
16 citations
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August 1989 in “Human Reproduction” This article discusses the complex pathogenesis of hirsutism and reports no new clinical results; further research is needed for better diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.
13 citations
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October 2021 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This article discusses how dermoscopy, particularly "entomodermoscopy," aids in diagnosing skin infestations and infectious dermatoses, enhancing clinical evaluations, and monitoring treatment efficacy for conditions like scabies, pediculosis, myiasis, and tungiasis.
12 citations
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January 2004 in “Reproductive biomedicine online” This review discusses the main features of anti-androgen drugs, combined treatments, and insulin sensitizers in managing hirsutism and reports no new research findings.
11 citations
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March 2024 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” This review discusses the pharmacological actions and potential therapeutic benefits of ginsenoside compound K for metabolic disorders, reports no new clinical results, and suggests further research on its bioavailability and toxicity.
11 citations
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May 2018 in “Frontiers in plant science” This study found that overexpressing the PCaP2 protein in Arabidopsis enhanced drought tolerance by influencing ABA and SA signaling pathways and regulating root hair growth, suggesting a key role in water deficit response.
11 citations
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January 2014 in “Mass spectrometry” In this study, silver oxide-based nanoparticles were used to ionize analytes and detect specific target molecules through adduct formation with silver isotopes, facilitating signal correlation with these molecules.
10 citations
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that trichoscopy using anisotrichosis criteria was 75% sensitive and 61.54% specific in diagnosing early female pattern hair loss in women without visible hair thinning.
9 citations
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April 2013 in “Journal of Chromatography B” This study developed and validated a sensitive LC-MS/MS method for quantifying tamsulosin in human serum, achieving high analyte recovery and demonstrating applicability in clinical research for benign prostatic hyperplasia.
9 citations
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October 2012 in “Frontiers of Hormone Research” This review discusses the causes and treatments of hirsutism, emphasizing identifying potentially life-threatening pathologies, but it reports no new clinical results.
9 citations
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April 1976 in “Archives of Dermatology” This report observed that two teenagers developed skin issues, including abscess-like pustules, after taking kelp supplements, which cleared when the supplements were discontinued.
7 citations
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November 2022 in “Toxics” This study developed and validated a highly sensitive LC-MS/MS method for detecting multiple steroid hormones in urine and serum/plasma, demonstrating its potential for use in large-scale biomonitoring studies.
7 citations
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January 2007 in “PubMed” This review discusses the use of videodermoscopy in evaluating scalp and hair disorders, highlighting its potential to improve diagnostic accuracy without the need for invasive biopsies, but notes that further prospective studies are needed.
7 citations
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May 1979 in “Medical & biological engineering & computing” The trichometer accurately measures hair growth and is easy to use.
5 citations
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March 2024 in “World Allergy Organization Journal” This study found a causal link between eight blood metabolites and allergic conjunctivitis, highlighting their potential role in predicting and preventing the condition.
4 citations
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May 2023 in “Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research” In this study, researchers found that deleting the Bmi1 gene in murine melanocytes caused premature hair greying and loss of melanocyte lineage cells, highlighting BMI1's role in protecting melanocyte stem cells from stress and oxidative damage.
4 citations
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February 2021 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” This study determined that trichoscopy is a sensitive and specific tool that effectively aids in diagnosing alopecia in women, especially when clinical diagnosis is uncertain.
4 citations
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June 2020 in “PubVet” This article reviews existing knowledge on Alopecia X in Nordic breed dogs, highlighting the hereditary aspects and treatment responses, but does not report new research findings.
3 citations
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June 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This article discusses the clinical spectrum and pathobiology of radiotherapy-induced alopecia and reports no new research findings, highlighting potential pathways for future targeted RIA management.