May 2026 in “Discover Chemistry.” This review presents recent advancements in bio-degradable polymers made through green chemistry, highlighting eco-friendly raw materials and methods, while also identifying challenges and future research areas to enhance their sustainability and commercial viability.
March 2026 in “DergiPark (Istanbul University)” In this study, BTP-loaded solid lipid nanoparticles were developed and shown to protect hair from heat-induced damage by enhancing cuticle integrity and thermal resistance in simulated thermal straightening conditions.
January 2026 in “Nano-Micro Letters” This review discusses the principles, materials, and applications of melt electrowriting-based 4D printing for creating biomimetic scaffolds, but reports no new clinical results; it highlights recent advancements and remaining challenges in the field.
January 2025 in “Bright Sky Publications eBooks” This abstract presents the book "Buy Medical Physics in Aesthetic Medicine," which explores future innovations and techniques for cosmetic procedures expected in 2025, though specific findings or results from the book are not reported.
This review discusses the potential risks of formaldehyde in hair keratin treatments like Brazilian blow-dry, and reports no new clinical results; it emphasizes the need for greater safety assessments including occupational exposure.
January 2023 in “Journal of pharmacognosy and phytochemistry” This discussion concluded that many herbal home remedies are effective for treating alopecia and other hair conditions without causing adverse reactions, as opposed to allopathic medicines that often have undesirable side effects.
This research found that keratin hydrogels derived from human hair may support cell viability and proliferation, indicating potential as 2D and 3D soft tissue culture scaffolds.
4 citations
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July 2022 in “Scientific reports” This study observed significant differences in hair and cashmere properties among three goat breeds in Southwest China, noting better quality cashmere in Inner Mongolia cashmere goats and their crossbreed compared to Dazu black goats.
356 citations
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December 1986 in “The journal of cell biology/The Journal of cell biology” This study found that specific human hair keratins are differentially expressed in the hair follicle, suggesting a shared pathway of epithelial differentiation between hair cortex and nail plate cells.
115 citations
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November 2015 in “The journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/The journal of allergy and clinical immunology” This review discusses the impact of sleep cycles and circadian rhythms on nighttime exacerbation of atopic dermatitis in children and presents potential treatment options for related sleep disturbances, but reports no new clinical results.
47 citations
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July 2013 in “Pharmacological Reviews” This review discusses the role of pharmacological sciences in advancing regenerative medicine technologies but reports no new experimental findings; the authors advocate for increased pharmacologist involvement to drive innovations.
43 citations
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” This article reviews innovations in hair cosmetics, focusing on esthetic procedures and products in the Indian market, and reports no new experimental findings.
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January 2016 in “PLoS ONE” The study found that exposing Arbas Cashmere goats to a short photoperiod significantly increased cashmere production by extending the anagen phase of hair follicles, with gene expression changes identified as contributing factors.
34 citations
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September 1992 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This article provides dermatology residents with essential information on cosmetic use to help manage skin conditions and reactions, without reporting new clinical results.
34 citations
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August 1966 in “Experimental cell research” This study examined developing hair cortex with electron microscopy and found that keratin fibrils form between specific regions in hair follicles and aggregate into twisted cables.
24 citations
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April 2020 in “Cells” This study in cashmere goats found that DNA methylation levels were lower during hair follicle differentiation compared to induction, suggesting it plays a critical role in gene regulation for hair morphogenesis.
22 citations
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November 2021 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This study found that the Alopecia Areata Patient Priority Outcomes questionnaire is a reliable and valid tool for measuring the severity and impact of hair loss in individuals with alopecia areata.
17 citations
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July 2006 in “The International Journal of Health Planning and Management” This article discusses strategies for healthcare organizations to navigate environmental challenges and competitive forces, emphasizing the need for focused strategic positioning and adaptable activity sets, but reports no new empirical results.
13 citations
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August 2017 in “Scientific reports” This study designed a 66 K SNP chip using solution hybrid selection for cashmere goats, reporting SNP call rates between 95.3% and 99.8% and demonstrating its utility in genomic analyses, suggesting potential application for other species.
9 citations
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February 1981 in “Australian journal of biological sciences” This study found that crossbred lambs fed liquid diets with reconstituted cow's milk initially grew wool without crimp, with crimp resuming two weeks post-weaning.
8 citations
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March 2018 in “Cosmetics” In this study, researchers found that UV radiation causes hydroxy radicals to form cuticle holes specifically between the cuticle layers in wet hair, unlike random holes caused by Fenton's reaction.
7 citations
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October 2017 in “The Prostate” This study found that male pattern baldness may serve as a clinical marker for circulating sex hormone levels in men with localized prostate cancer, while chest hair density showed no significant hormone association.
7 citations
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February 1998 in “Polymer journal” This study found that the stability of the coiled-coil structure in human hair keratin is maintained by ion-pairing and hydrophobic interactions, which are disrupted as pH approaches 7.0.
6 citations
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May 2021 in “JAMA network open” This study reported that higher weight-for-age z scores and rapid weight gain during infancy, especially from birth to 3 months, were linked to an increased likelihood of puberty onset in girls.
4 citations
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March 2012 in “European journal of wildlife research” This study found that wire brush hair snares collected the most hair from Eurasian Lynx in controlled enclosures, suggesting potential for sampling genetic material from similar felid species.
1 citations
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January 2026 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This review discusses various nanocarriers for gene and genome editing therapies, highlighting that ionizable lipid nanoparticles show advanced delivery performance, while emerging polymer-based and exosome-inspired carriers are rapidly advancing for targeted applications.
1 citations
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January 2026 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” This study reviews the transformative role of artificial intelligence in biomaterial design, highlighting its ability to reduce costs through virtual screening, enhance material performance, and predict biological interactions to advance personalized and precision medicine.
1 citations
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April 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” The document concludes that the trichogram is a useful tool for diagnosing hair loss and suggests semi-organ cultures for practical trichological research.
June 2026 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” In this study, researchers used single-cell RNA sequencing to map the hair follicle microenvironment in fine-wool sheep, identifying specific cell types and gene expressions that influence wool fiber diameter, with dermal papilla cells playing a significant role in hair follicle development.
March 2026 in “Food, Nutrition and Health.” This review highlights research reporting that oral collagen peptide supplements are effective in enhancing skin elasticity, hydration, and reducing wrinkles, although results vary across studies. Oral supplementation was generally well-tolerated, and further investigation is needed to optimize formulations and explore topical application challenges.