50 citations,
February 2007 in “Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy” Hair follicle stem cells could help repair nerves and avoid ethical issues linked to embryonic stem cells.
March 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Meibomian glands are highly specialized and differ significantly from other sebaceous glands in structure and function.
May 2004 in “Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Molecular Basis of Disease” Vitamin E affects liver metabolism, enhancing stress resistance, reducing blood clotting, and altering hormone processing.
2 citations,
March 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Human hair structure varies by ethnicity, and certain treatments can improve hair condition and appearance.
March 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” A new method helps understand hair shine and various products improve hair care.
2 citations,
January 2022 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Chemical hair straighteners can cause scalp and hair damage, but long-term effects are unclear.
211 citations,
April 2018 in “Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Biology” Keratins are crucial for cell structure, growth, and disease risk.
A new system for classifying curly hair types using precise measurements can improve hair care products and cultural inclusion.
Optical Coherence Tomography has potential in diagnosing hair loss and monitoring blood clotting, and could be improved for deeper tissue observation and better hair loss understanding.
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Micrografts are useful for healing wounds, regenerating bone and periodontal tissues, and improving hair transplantation outcomes.
January 2024 in “Molecules (Basel. Online)” Juglone from walnut extracts may help repair damaged hair.
41 citations,
November 2020 in “Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces” Different hair protein amounts change the strength of keratin/chitosan gels, useful for making predictable tissue engineering materials.
19 citations,
July 2018 in “ACS biomaterials science & engineering” Bleaching and combing damage hair's surface and mechanical properties.
9 citations,
July 2018 in “Acta biomaterialia” Eyelash curvature is linked to the thickness of the cuticle layer at the root.
5 citations,
October 2015 in “The American journal of pathology” Mice with a mutated Dsg3 gene showed severe symptoms but not the typical blistering of pemphigus vulgaris.
January 2018 in “Our Dermatology Online” Dutasteride injections can help hair growth in androgenic alopecia but need more research for long-term use.
December 2023 in “The journal of cell biology/The Journal of cell biology” The mTurq2-Col4a1 mouse model shows how the basement membrane develops in live mammals.
November 2023 in “Advanced Science” A specific hair protein variant increases the spread of breast cancer and is linked to worse survival rates.
1 citations,
March 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Twisting hair weakens it, but strength can be recovered at low twist levels.
9 citations,
August 2021 in “Journal of clinical medicine” Pili torti is a rare condition where hair is twisted and breaks easily, often linked to genetic disorders or other health issues.
7 citations,
October 2018 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” About 21.3% of young, healthy Chinese men experience hair loss. Hairlines are mostly linear or have a central protrusion. Hair is densest on the top and back of the head, and hair follicles usually have 1 or 2 hairs. This information can help in designing hair restoration procedures.
September 2005 in “Clinics in Plastic Surgery” The document provides a comprehensive index of medical and surgical topics, including hair removal, hair restoration, and various treatments for injuries and conditions.
188 citations,
March 2018 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Regulatory T-cells are important for healing and regenerating tissues in various organs by controlling immune responses and aiding stem cells.
September 1997 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” People with acne have more CD4+ immune cells in their skin than healthy people.
November 2023 in “BMC genomics” The study concluded that the arachidonic acid pathway and the protein KRT79 play a role in determining the fineness of cashmere.
August 2024 in “Receptors” Vitamin D receptor is crucial for skin wound healing.
6 citations,
May 2020 in “Scientific reports” Researchers identified genes and proteins that may influence wool thickness in sheep.
September 2012 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Scientists successfully created fully functional hair follicles using bioengineering methods and stem cells.
48 citations,
April 2010 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Men are more likely to get infectious skin diseases, while women are more prone to autoimmune and pigment-related skin conditions, influenced by biological and environmental factors.
May 2020 in “Authorea (Authorea)” Olfactory receptors found outside the nose may offer new treatments for diseases like cancer and help in wound healing and hair growth.