2 citations,
January 2020 in “Methods in molecular biology” Scientists created early-stage hair follicles from human skin cells, which could help treat baldness and study hair growth.
January 2018 in “Stem cell biology and regenerative medicine” The conclusion is that the nuclear lamina and LINC complex in skin cells respond to mechanical signals, affecting gene expression and cell differentiation, which is important for skin health and can impact skin diseases.
70 citations,
February 2015 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Discovery” Topical drugs and near-infrared light therapy show potential for treating alopecia.
7 citations,
December 2020 in “Pharmaceutics” A mix of tocopherol acetate and L-menthol helps grow hair better than using them separately or using minoxidil.
3 citations,
June 2021 in “Cosmetics” A mix of sulforaphane, L-menthol, and dexpanthenol could help increase hair growth and reduce hair loss.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Men with early balding showed higher levels of certain genes linked to hair loss and possibly prostate cancer.
12 citations,
January 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair follicle studies suggest that maintaining telomere length could help treat hair loss and graying, but it's uncertain if mouse results apply to humans.
12 citations,
October 2021 in “Cells” Targeting a protein that blocks hair growth with microRNAs could lead to new hair loss treatments, but more research is needed.
8 citations,
August 2014 in “Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications” ODC overexpression in hair cells increases tumor growth by reducing Notch signaling.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Differences in growth factors in platelet-rich plasma therapy for hair loss can vary between patients and can be influenced by the devices used, possibly leading to inconsistent results.
42 citations,
November 2002 in “The American journal of pathology” Distinct β-catenin patterns are linked to cell growth, not cell death, in lung cancer.
Researchers found a genetic link for hereditary hair loss but need more analysis to identify the exact gene.
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October 2008 in “Endocrine reviews” Mice without the vitamin D receptor have bone issues and other health problems, suggesting vitamin D is important for preventing various diseases in humans.
1 citations,
July 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” Understanding skin structure and development helps diagnose and treat skin disorders.
12 citations,
February 2008 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Combining skin tissue pathology with genetics has greatly improved the diagnosis and understanding of certain skin diseases.
October 2022 in “BMC genomics” RNA editing significantly affects hair growth and follicle cycling in the Tianzhu white yak.
62 citations,
July 1993 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair growth is influenced by interactions between skin layers, growth factors, and hormones, but the exact mechanisms are not fully understood.
253 citations,
April 2008 in “Current opinion in cell biology” Notch signalling helps skin cells differentiate and prevents tumors.
61 citations,
May 2015 in “Planta” Certain fungi and bacteria help orchid seeds germinate and plants grow better.
99 citations,
September 2007 in “The American journal of pathology” Chemotherapy damages hair follicles, causing hair loss and other cellular changes.
38 citations,
April 2016 in “Experimental Dermatology” The document concludes that understanding hair follicle cell cycles is crucial for hair growth and alopecia research, and recommends specific techniques and future research directions.
7 citations,
January 2003 in “Elsevier eBooks” Testosterone is crucial for development, growth, and various body functions in mammals.
14 citations,
June 2020 in “BMC genomics” The study identified key genes that regulate the growth cycle of cashmere in goats, which could help improve breeding strategies.
Stem cells regenerate tissues and their behavior varies by environment, suggesting the hematopoietic system model may need revision.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Losing both ERBB2 and ERBB3 receptors in mice causes significant skin problems and inflammation.
18 citations,
April 2014 in “Stem cells” The study found stem cells in minor salivary glands that can differentiate and are involved in tumor formation when exposed to tobacco.
5 citations,
September 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” CD201+ fascia progenitors are essential for wound healing and could be targeted for treating skin conditions.
28 citations,
October 2004 in “Differentiation” A gene deletion causes the "hairless" trait in Iffa Credo rats.
1 citations,
October 2023 in “Biology” Fasting in hens affects thyroid hormones, which regulate feather and hair growth.
February 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Blocking IL-17 can reduce skin inflammation in a mouse model of pityriasis rubra pilaris.