research Human Hair as a Testing Substrate in the Era of Precision Medicine: Potential Role of Omics-Based Approaches
Human hair shows promise for non-invasive medical testing, but more research is needed to standardize its use.
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research Cultural Evolution as a Possible Triggering or Causative Factor of Common Baldness
Certain cultural hair practices might cause baldness by affecting natural hair oils and stem cell delivery to hair follicles.
research Rheological Properties and Composition Affecting the Skin Permeation of a Model of a Hydrophilic Drug in Lecithin Reverse Wormlike Micelles
IPM enhances skin penetration of hydrophilic drugs.
research Structural and Functional Studies of L-PGDS and SMPDL3A Enzymes in Lipid Signaling Family
L-PGDS has specific binding sites for its functions and could help in drug delivery system design.
research Types of Hair Dye and Their Mechanisms of Action
Hair dyes vary in how long they last and how deeply they penetrate hair.
research Minoxidil May Suppress Androgen Receptor-Related Functions
Minoxidil can reduce functions related to androgen receptors.
research Recent Advances in the Characterization of Hair of Mummies from the Chilean Andean Coast
The hair of two ancient Chilean mummies is well-preserved and contains high levels of heavy metals.
research Discrete Nanoscale Distribution of Hair Lipids Fails to Provide Humidity Resistance
Hair lipids do not protect against humidity.
research Hair Lipid Structure: Effect of Surfactants
Surfactants in shampoos and conditioners remove some but not all lipids from hair, and more research is needed to understand their full impact.
research Strain and Strain Recovery of Human Hair from the Nano- to the Macroscale
Human hair can almost fully recover its structure within about 1,000 minutes after being stretched.
research Effects of Ultraviolet B Radiation on Physicochemical Properties of Human Hair Shaft
UVB radiation changes the chemical makeup and dries out human hair but doesn't alter its appearance or texture.
research External Lipid Function in Ethnic Hairs
African hair has the most lipids, while Caucasian hair is more hydrated and stronger.
research Identification of Breast Cancer-Associated Lipids in Scalp Hair
Breast cancer may be detectable through changes in scalp hair lipids.
research On the Correlation Between the Curvature of the Human Eyelash and Its Geometrical Features
Eyelash curvature is linked to the thickness of the cuticle layer at the root.
research Analysis of Lipids in the Medulla of Japanese Hair and Their Function
Lipids in Japanese hair help maintain glossiness and structure.
research The Genomic Variation in Textured Hair: Implications in Developing a Holistic Hair Care Routine
Afro-textured hair needs personalized care due to its unique genetic traits.
research Quantifying the Effects of Repeated Dyeing: Morphological, Mechanical, and Chemical Changes in Human Hair Fibers
Repeated hair dyeing significantly damages hair.
research Diagnosis of Breast Cancer by X-Ray Diffraction of Hair
X-ray diffraction of hair might help detect breast cancer non-invasively.
research Multimodal Evidence of Mesostructured Calcium Fatty Acid Deposits in Human Hair and Their Role on Hair Properties
Calcium fatty acid deposits found in human hair can change its appearance and feel.
research Experimental Confirmation of a Distinctive Diffraction Pattern in Hair From Women With Breast Cancer
A specific hair diffraction pattern may indicate breast cancer if tested with the correct method.
research Chitosan-Decorated Polystyrene-b-Poly(Acrylic Acid) Polymersomes as Novel Carriers for Topical Delivery of Finasteride
Chitosan-decorated polymersomes improve finasteride delivery for hair loss treatment.
research Inhibition of Human Steroid 5β-Reductase (AKR1D1) by Finasteride and Structure of the Enzyme-Inhibitor Complex
Finasteride helps treat hair loss and prostate enlargement by blocking a specific enzyme.
research Addressing an Antiferromagnetic Memory
Researchers developed a new type of memory using antiferromagnets that is stable, not disrupted by magnets, and works at room temperature.
research Measuring Changes in Chemistry, Composition, and Molecular Structure Within Hair Fibers by Infrared and Raman Spectroscopic Imaging
Infrared and Raman imaging can non-destructively analyze hair structure and help diagnose hair conditions.
research Hair Loss in Children in South-East Nigeria: Common and Uncommon Cases
The most common causes of hair loss in children in South-East Nigeria are fungal infections and alopecia areata.
research Curly Hair: Measured Differences and Contributions to Breakage
Curly hair breaks more easily, especially with chemical treatments, but simpler grooming reduces breakage.
research Omics for Precious Rare Biosamples: Characterization of Ancient Human Hair by a Proteomic Approach
The study developed a method to analyze ancient hair proteins using very small samples.
research Examining Polyquaternium Polymers Deposition on Human Excised Hair Fibers
Certain polymers can stick to hair and increase volume, working best at a pH of 7 to 9.
research Characterization of Human Ovarian Teratoma Hair Using AFM, FT-IR, and Raman Spectroscopy
Teratoma hair is similar to scalp hair but has a rougher surface and lower adhesive force.
research Hair Keratin Pattern in Human Hair Follicles Grown In Vitro
Human hair follicles grown in vitro maintain normal keratin patterns and structure.