September 1980 in “PubMed” This study found that applying a surfactant solution with 2.5% selenium disulfide to the back of guinea pigs significantly increased telogen hair, which may relate to observations of diffuse hair loss in humans under intense exposure conditions.
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December 2008 in “The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine” This study found that zinc methionylglycinate supplementation improved haircoat characteristics and zinc absorption in dogs compared to zinc sulfate.
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November 2003 in “Journal of Occupational Health” This study found that the reproductive function of female hairdressers may be negatively affected by long-term exposure to permanent-waving solutions containing thioglycolic acid, raising concerns about its potential carcinogenic effects.
21 citations
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January 2000 in “Fetal Diagnosis and Therapy” This study found that trichothiodystrophy can be diagnosed prenatally in the second trimester using an endoscopically-guided fetal eyebrow biopsy, with sulfur content analysis being the most reliable test.
May 2003 in “Hair transplant forum international” This review discusses the use of strontium in hair restoration, noting its effectiveness for managing post-operative itching but does not present new clinical results.
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August 2019 in “Environmental research” This study found that the Pseudomonas sp. T5-6-I strain significantly increased selenium accumulation and root hair density in Brassica oleracea, highlighting its potential for phytoremediation and biofortification.
14 citations
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March 2014 in “Experimental and Molecular Pathology” This study found that sulfur mustard affects hair follicles and sebaceous glands in the skin by causing cellular damage, inflammation, and disrupting wound healing processes in hairless mice.
5 citations
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January 2024 in “Crystals” This study characterized the crystal structures and supramolecular architectures of new salts made from 2,4-diaminopyrimidine and different dicarboxylic acids, revealing subtle differences in crystal packing and hydrogen-bonding patterns, particularly influenced by sulfur atom interactions, through Hirshfeld analysis and enrichment ratios.
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July 1967 in “Science” This study found that aged tritiated thymidine breaks down and incorporates into cytoplasmic macromolecules, not DNA, suggesting caution in its use.
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December 1941 in “Experimental biology and medicine” In this study, phenylthiocarbamide intake was associated with hair graying in rats, while switching to tap water led some rats to regain their original fur color, suggesting dietary factors influence pigmentation.
20 citations
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May 2023 in “Cancer Nanotechnology” The researchers reported that their novel formulation of pterostilbene-loaded ethoniosomes with folic acid coating effectively targeted lung cancer cells in vitro and demonstrated promising results in animal models, indicating potential for future targeted chemotherapy applications.
August 2020 in “Prosiding Farmasi” This study reviewed existing literature and reported that 1% Zinc pyrithione in anti-dandruff shampoo effectively inhibits the growth of fungi responsible for dandruff, aligning with the regulatory limits set by Indonesian health authorities.
34 citations
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July 2011 in “International journal of pharmaceutics” This study found that ion-paired solutions significantly improved the skin penetration of risedronate in hairless mice compared to risedronate alone.
This study reported that the Fe@C/CB electrocatalyst effectively detected Metol in water samples with a low detection limit, high sensitivity, and good stability, suggesting it as a promising tool for environmental monitoring.
18 citations
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November 2018 in “Annals of the Academy of Medicine Singapore” Sulfasalazine can cause severe allergic reactions leading to long-term autoimmune issues like hair loss and skin discoloration.
30 citations
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December 2019 in “PLoS ONE” This study found that formulating raloxifene in nano-lipid carriers significantly enhanced its permeation and cytotoxicity against cancer cells compared to raw raloxifene.
March 2026 in “Science China Materials” SeV-Tp speeds up healing of drug-resistant infections by targeting wounds and killing bacteria with light activation.
9 citations
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January 2012 in “International journal of trichology” This case report suggests that Trichostasis spinulosa should be considered in diagnosing treatment-resistant open comedone-like lesions and that skin surface biopsy might be an effective diagnostic method.
June 2025 in “Samarra Journal of Pure and Applied Science” This study developed a rapid and accurate spectrophotometric method using diazotized sulfanilic acid to measure minoxidil in both pharmaceutical formulations and pure form, demonstrating high precision and linearity within a concentration range of 5-40 μg/ml.
13 citations
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September 2017 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that waving virgin human hair with thioglycerol at pH 9.0 using ammonia solution caused less damage than using thioglycolic acid, while maintaining good waving efficiency.
102 citations
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October 2010 in “Molecular Pharmaceutics” In this study, copper-doxorubicin liposomes with multidose therapy reduced systemic toxicity compared to ammonium sulfate-loaded doxorubicin liposomes, while combinatorial strategies further enhanced tumor regression and accumulation.
3 citations
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February 2013 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” A 6-year-old boy developed excessive hair growth after taking diazoxide for low blood sugar.
January 2022 in “International Journal of Research Publications” In this case report, an 8-year-old child with tinea capitis caused by Microsporum canis showed significant clinical and mycological improvement after a four-week course of oral griseofulvin, highlighting the importance of comprehensive diagnostic examinations to confirm the diagnosis and determine the best treatment.
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January 1966 in “Archives of Dermatology” This study found that using sulfur 35 L-cystine for measuring linear hair growth is accurate, cosmetically acceptable, and safe in both experimental animals and humans.
12 citations
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September 1981 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” This case study reports that oral zinc therapy improved hair growth and pigmentation in a young girl with sucrase deficiency and low zinc levels.
1 citations
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October 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” In this study, researchers investigated GAGs from the marine invertebrate Microcosmus exasperatus, finding that its polysaccharides possess antitumoral properties without affecting anticoagulant activity. The unique composition shows potential for cancer treatment when combined with existing therapies in future studies.
January 2024 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This study demonstrated that aqueous and hydroethanolic extracts of Catharanthus roseus and Schwenckia americana showed no acute oral toxicity at the tested dose in rats, although histological changes in kidney and liver tissues were observed.
11 citations
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January 2006 in “Journal of the American Leather Chemists Association” This study investigated multiple alkaline oxidative dehairing systems and found a consistent reaction mechanism for disulfide cleavage across systems, enhancing hair solubilization by enabling structural swelling and water uptake.
4 citations
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April 1955 in “Textile Research Journal” This study found that the extent of reducing agents' effects on hair fibers was linked to the electrode potential of the reagents used.
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July 2004 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” This study found that overexpression of the enzyme SSAT in a mouse model significantly reduced prostate tumor size and progression, suggesting it could be a promising strategy against prostate cancer.