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August 2023 in “G3 Genes Genomes Genetics” This study developed an improved reference genome for the African spiny mouse using long Nanopore sequencing reads, potentially aiding future research into the species' remarkable tissue regeneration capabilities.
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December 2022 in “Genes” This review discusses the host genetic factors influencing COVID-19 susceptibility and pathogenesis, highlighting genetic variations that affect viral entry and immune responses, but reports no new experimental results.
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October 2017 in “Cellular Reprogramming” This research found that inhibiting HSP90 in a murine model increased cellular plasticity, suggesting a potential role for HSP90 in cancer progression through enhanced adaptability to stress.
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June 2023 in “Frontiers in Aging” This scoping review evaluates the connection between hypoxia and declining sex hormonal signaling in middle-aged individuals, proposing a "middle-aging hypovascularity hypoxia hypothesis" as a potential mechanism influencing age-related diseases, with implications for developing strategies to maintain healthspan.
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November 2023 in “American Journal of Men s Health” This study found that lower urinary tract symptoms in older men with benign prostatic hyperplasia negatively impact sexual function and mental health, suggesting the importance of early intervention to improve quality of life.
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October 2025 in “Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy” This study found that cepharanthine may be a promising treatment for enterovirus infections, as it offered full protection to mice against lethal EV71 challenges and reduced viral titers and pathology.
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March 2025 in “ESMO Open” In this extended follow-up of the PALOMA-2 trial, no significant differences in overall quality of life were observed between first-line treatments for metastatic breast cancer, but palbociclib plus letrozole showed some benefits regarding side-effects and hair loss.
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May 2013 in “Oncology Times” This narrative review reflects on the challenges faced by FDA's Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee members, highlighting public pressure, decision-making complexity, and the evolving landscape of cancer drug development.
May 2026 in “Science Advances” This research observed that translation initiation shifts from cap-dependent to IRES-mediated pathways varied across tissues and cell types under stress and differentiation conditions in mice, with low IRES/Cap ratios signaling high stemness and potential multipotency, mediated by the RNA processing protein PTBP1.
April 2026 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that perifollicular vascularization around the dermal papilla adjusts dynamically to physiological changes, with minoxidil enhancing vessel mobilization and aging processes inhibiting it, highlighting potential targets for treating hair loss and skin aging.
January 2026 in “Burns & Trauma” This review synthesizes evidence on how RNA modifications affect wound healing, particularly in skin, bone, and corneal injuries, emphasizing potential therapeutic strategies for burns and trauma in relation to these cellular processes.
October 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study identified changes in immune activation, ferroptosis, and structural genes in alopecia areata subtypes, suggesting molecular markers that might help understand disease variability and guide future treatments.
This study found that chemically induced skin tumors in mice predominantly originated from Lgr6 + and/or Lrig1 + stem cells of the upper hair follicle rather than from other stem cell populations.
March 2026 in “Molecules” This review reports that Dang Gui (Radix Angelica sinensis) possesses bidirectional immunoregulatory effects, enhancing immune cell proliferation and function, and may benefit immune-related diseases such as cancer and anemia. It also evaluates regulatory and safety aspects, aiming to guide future research and clinical use.
March 2026 in “Plant Science Today” This study investigated the pharmacognostic characteristics of Adenostemma lavenia leaves, identifying key diagnostic features and confirming the presence of major phytoconstituents such as alkaloids and flavonoids, to help standardize this traditional medicinal herb.
February 2026 in “Cosmetics” This review highlights that Trigonella foenum-graecum L. (fenugreek) shows promise as a versatile plant-based ingredient in cosmetics due to its phytochemicals, which offer benefits for skin and hair care, although further research is necessary for robust validation.
November 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” This review highlights pigment epithelium-derived factor's roles in ageing and development, focusing on its antioxidant functions and support of stem cell survival, but reports no new experimental results.
September 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” In this review, researchers explored hair as a promising tool for identifying biomarkers in schizophrenia, highlighting its potential for supporting personalized medicine through ease of sampling, though acknowledging challenges like individual variability and methodological inconsistencies.
August 2025 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” This study demonstrated that Periplaneta americana extract significantly promoted hair regeneration in depilated mice by enhancing superoxide dismutase activity, upregulating vascular endothelial growth factor, modulating the FOXO/PI3K/AKT pathway, and restoring skin microbiome balance, suggesting its potential as a novel therapeutic candidate for alopecia.
February 2025 in “Eduvest - Journal Of Universal Studies” In a laboratory study on guinea pigs, Kepok banana peel extract serum at a 30% concentration showed promising effectiveness for hair growth, with results close to those of 5% minoxidil®, suggesting it could be a viable hair care alternative.
January 2025 in “Therapeutic Advances in Medical Oncology” This study found that many young women with breast cancer experience a poor quality of life over time, especially regarding sexual health, future perspective, and hair loss.
October 2024 in “Biomedical Reports” In this study, BALB/c mice with burn injuries treated with SES-low or SES-low combined with a gel showed better wound healing and organization compared to placebo and common treatments like silver sulfadiazine, highlighting SES-low's effectiveness in promoting favorable healing outcomes.
May 2024 in “Pharmacia/Farmaciâ” In this study, Ipomoea batatas leaf extracts exhibited significant hair growth stimulation and strong antifungal activity against Malassezia furfur, potentially offering a promising treatment for alopecia with further research needed on their androgen receptor inhibition potential.
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.
March 2023 in “Asian Journal of Beauty and Cosmetology” This study found that the herbal extract HX109 promoted hair growth in mice by increasing cell viability and enhancing hair regrowth, with the effects increasing as doses rose.
November 2022 in “Scientific Data” This study identified downstream genes regulated by androgen receptor signaling in dermal papilla cells and suggests potential molecular targets for treating androgenetic alopecia and prostate cancer.
This study provides genomic and epigenomic insights into the white wax scale insect, highlighting high methylation levels and differential hormone profiles linked to its sexual dimorphism and developmental differences.
October 2020 in “Authorea (Authorea)” This review discusses the influence of androgens on opioid-mediated effects and calls for further research into their role in sex differences and potential therapeutic options for chronic pain and substance use disorders.
December 2022 in “The Yale Review” This poetic narrative reflects on themes of grief, memory, and aging, without presenting new empirical research findings.
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January 1988 in “Feminist studies”