September 2023 in “Fides et Ratio” This paper reviews the current lack of evidence on the safety and effectiveness of gender-affirming therapies in minors with gender dysphoria, highlighting ethical and legal concerns, including possible long-term consequences such as infertility.
January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” Sex hormones affect reproduction, sexual development, and oral health, and it's important for dental practitioners to understand their effects and interactions.
February 2010 in “ePrints Soton (University of Southampton)” This research found that androgen bioactivity plays a role in normal female sexual differentiation, suggesting females develop within a significant androgenic environment, with implications for understanding conditions like congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
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October 2014 in “Schweizerische medizinische Wochenschrift” This study found that while cyclophosphamide remains effective for severe autoimmune conditions, it is associated with gastrointestinal side effects, infections, some cases of irreversible amenorrhoea, and a higher risk of malignancies, emphasizing the need for long-term monitoring.
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November 2013 in “Elsevier eBooks” This chapter discusses the role of hormones in regulating reproductive biology and outlines how the endocrine system, particularly the brain and pituitary gland, controls these hormonal processes.
December 2015 in “University of Birmingham Institutional Research Archive (University of Birmingham)” This study showed that regulation of adipose androgen generation via AKR1C3 may contribute to a cycle of hyperinsulinaemia and lipid accumulation in women with PCOS.
January 2009 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that treating skin conditions should include psychological care and a multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective management.
June 2025 in “Problems of Cryobiology and Cryomedicine” In this study, the researchers found that tyndallization effectively sterilizes aqueous solutions of hyaluronic acid without diminishing their regenerative properties, and these properties remain intact even at low temperatures, supporting potential applications in cryobiology and cryomedicine.
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September 2024 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” This study found that intrauterine PRP infusion is a safe and effective treatment for patients with refractory thin endometrium and implantation failures, with the improvement primarily driven by the angiogenic cytokines in PRP.
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October 2017 in “Translational pediatrics” This review examines the skin manifestations of various endocrine disorders, highlighting their underlying pathophysiology and impact on an individual's health and quality of life, without reporting new research findings.
April 2023 in “Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine” The document concludes that inflammation markers can be used in diabetes, vitamin D3 affects immune pathways, hyperthyroidism changes hormone levels, androgen levels help diagnose Adrenocortical Carcinoma, erectile dysfunction is linked to diabetes, hypogonadism is common in HIV-infected males, and hormones can be biomarkers for various conditions.
October 2024 in “Andrology” This study investigated paternal drug exposure using FDA data and identified significant associations with reproductive health risks, including congenital anomalies linked to immunosuppressive drugs, and emphasized specific risk combinations like biologics and abortion, diazepam and small for date baby, and finasteride and cryptorchidism.
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January 2019 in “Molecular Medicine Reports” This study found that for optimal ADSC viability during short-term storage, using 10% human serum at 4°C and utilizing the cells within 2 hours is most effective.
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November 2023 in “Journal of Functional Biomaterials” This study investigated nanocomposite scaffolds made from alginate, chitosan, and graphene oxide to promote the proliferation of spermatogonial stem cells, finding the ALGCS/GO30 scaffold to be particularly effective due to increased proliferation markers and PLZF protein expression compared to controls.
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November 2022 in “Applied sciences” This review explores marine algae-derived phenolic compounds and their potential cosmeceutical benefits, but reports no new clinical results.
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August 2023 in “Fertility and Sterility” This review details the 2023 International Guideline update for assessing and managing polycystic ovary syndrome, which provides evidence-based recommendations to improve care and patient outcomes but notes the remaining low to moderate quality of evidence.
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August 2023 in “European journal of endocrinology” This review discusses the 2023 International Guideline for PCOS assessment and management, highlighting updated evidence-based recommendations and practice points aimed at improving care and health outcomes, but notes that research quality remains generally low to moderate.
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December 2022 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This review discusses the role of exosomes in medical aesthetics, focusing on their mechanisms, production, and preservation, but reports no new clinical results and highlights barriers to their widespread application.
August 2026 in “Molecular Biomedicine” This review outlines the design and engineering of multifunctional hydrogels, emphasizing their evolving biomedical applications, notably in controlled drug delivery, tissue support, and disease management, and discusses their potential for clinical translation.
January 2026 in “BMC Veterinary Research” The researchers reported finding a recessive nonsense variant in the EGFR gene responsible for perinatal lethality in the "Blonde d'Aquitaine" cattle breed, prompting the development of a screening test to help eradicate this genetic flaw.
December 2025 in “Biology” In this study, researchers observed that chronic stress affected wild-derived house mice differently by sex, with females showing less weight gain and distinct behavioral changes, while males exhibited higher hair corticosterone levels, suggesting divergent coping strategies and implications for sex-specific stress assessment protocols.
November 2025 in “Bioactive Materials” In this study, researchers developed a DNA/GelMA-based cryogel platform that uses phototherapy to combat MRSA infection and promote scarless wound healing, showing enhanced bactericidal activity, tissue regeneration, and anti-inflammatory effects in vivo, suggesting a promising approach for treating infected skin wounds.
September 2025 in “Animals” This study analyzed circular RNA expression in the developing skin of foetal Gansu Alpine fine-wool sheep, identifying key circRNAs potentially involved in secondary follicle development through regulatory networks, providing insights for wool trait improvement.
January 2025 in “Applied Sciences” This review examines sulforaphane's interactions with hormone-mediated health conditions, focusing on gender-specific health issues, but reports no new original research findings.
March 2024 in “Veterinary sciences” This study is the first to detail major geriatric diseases in aged Julia Creek dunnarts, particularly highlighting hormonal issues like cystic glandular hyperplasia in females and testicular degeneration in males, suggesting these conditions are linked to aging and potentially hormonal dysregulation.
January 2024 in “Metabolites” This review highlights the importance of standardizing pre-analytical procedures for collecting and extracting samples from uncommon biological specimens like breast milk and sweat in clinical metabolomics, to enhance diagnostic and biomarker discovery efforts while minimizing contamination and bias.
February 2023 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” In this study, prenatal androgen exposure was linked to altered sexual behaviors in both male and female mice, with specific effects on mounting and lordosis behaviors.
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September 2006 in “Journal of Neurophysiology” In this study, researchers found that after reducing GABAergic inhibition in rats' auditory midbrain, the brain quickly compensates by increasing local neurosteroid synthesis to maintain balance in neural circuits.
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April 2023 in “Animals” In this study, Min pigs were found to have unique characteristics for secondary hair growth compared to Berkshire and Yorkshire pigs, with the Wnt and BMP signaling pathways stimulating follicle stem cell activity and promoting secondary hair growth and gene expression.
This review highlights recent advances in the use of light exposure for health purposes, examining its role in pathology, therapeutic strategies, and molecular changes, as well as discussing future developments in this globally supported field.