This study found that the RADA-GHK and RADA-KGHK peptide hydrogels improved wound healing and cell growth without cytotoxicity, suggesting potential for use in skin regeneration.
May 2019 in “Journal of Acupuncture Research” This study found that pharmacopuncture and topical application of Sebalgukhwa-san extract improved hair growth, density, and thickness in an alopecia mouse model without affecting liver function.
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March 2021 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” This study reported that a subcutaneous injection formulation using PLGA microspheres to release finasteride stably achieved sustained monthly drug delivery without burst release in beagle dogs, with a dose of 16.8 mg identified as optimal for potential first-in-human trials.
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July 2014 in “Current psychiatry” This review discusses the guidelines for using and monitoring mood stabilizers in bipolar disorders, highlighting that only a minority of patients receive guideline-adherent monitoring.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review outlines the therapeutic uses and phytochemical composition of Hibiscus rosa sinensis, highlighting its potential anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and other benefits, but it also calls for more research due to observed changes in hematological and biochemical markers in toxicity tests.
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June 1993 in “BMJ” This article discusses the high toxicity and potential use of thallium as a poison, highlighted by two cases of intentional thallium poisoning.
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October 2010 in “Journal of biomedical nanotechnology” This review discusses the challenges and contradictions in understanding nanoparticle penetration and toxicity in human skin, emphasizing the need for standardized testing and further research on particles smaller than 10 nm.
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October 2022 in “Biology” This study found that CAP1 plays a significant role in reducing ammonium toxicity in Arabidopsis thaliana by promoting shoot growth and maintaining reactive oxygen species homeostasis.
November 2015 in “Ankara Medical Journal” This study concluded that weekly 5 mg folate supplementation is adequate for preventing methotrexate toxicity in rheumatoid arthritis patients, with no observed advantage to higher daily dosing after six months.
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September 2023 in “Molecules” This study found that encapsulating coffee berry extract in nanoliposomes improved its stability, reduced toxicity, and enhanced its anti-aging effects on skin elasticity and lightening more than free extract.
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October 2022 in “The American Journal of Gastroenterology” This case study describes a 29-year-old woman whose severe liver injury was primarily attributed to chronic arsenic exposure, highlighting the importance of recognizing metal toxicity in patient care.
March 2026 in “Preprints.org” In this study, plerixafor was found to enhance melanogenesis and promote repigmentation by engaging a β-arrestin–β-catenin–MITF signaling axis in melanocytes, and showed effectiveness in restoring depigmentation in a murine model without causing systemic toxicity.
July 2019 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that combining honey and ghee in equal parts led to oxidative stress and toxicity in rats, as evidenced by biochemical changes and mild liver inflammation.
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September 2024 in “Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology” This study found that Peperomia pellucida, a plant traditionally consumed in some countries, contains various antioxidants and extends lifespan under oxidative stress in Drosophila, with no observed toxicity in mice, supporting its potential safety and use in foods and pharmaceuticals.
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January 2025 in “Journal of Materials Chemistry B” In this study, researchers developed a multifunctional, injectable hydrogel that adapts to irregularly shaped wounds, enhances healing, and shows potential antibacterial activity without significant toxicity, suggesting promise for treating chronic wounds.
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November 2023 in “Indian Journal of Science and Technology” In this study, researchers identified several active metabolites in Eclipta alba, demonstrated strong interaction with Alzheimer's disease proteins, and found that 28 days of treatment improved memory without significant toxicity in rats, suggesting potential pathways for treating Alzheimer's.
May 2023 in “Sokoto journal of medical laboratory science” This study demonstrated that prolonged use of commercial hair dyes caused significant increases in liver enzymes and bilirubin levels, and evident cellular injury in the skin and liver tissues of Albino rats, indicating potential toxicity.
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June 2013 in “Toxicological Research” This study found that topical valproate has minimal potential to cause skin irritation, suggesting it can be applied safely to human skin.
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September 2020 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” This study synthesized a new organic sunscreen with broad photoprotective properties and demonstrated it to be non-toxic. The resultant cream, containing nanostructured lipid carriers, showed suitable application qualities and achieved a satisfactory SPF value of 16.
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January 2021 in “Journal of Bioscience and Bioengineering” In this study, researchers found that sweet potato shochu oil promotes hair growth in both human follicle dermal papilla cells and C3H mice. The oil contains components like ethyl palmitate, ethyl linoleate, and ethyl α-linolenate, which were key contributors to its hair growth-inducing effects.
June 2001 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The exam tested knowledge on various skin-related topics for CME credit.
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January 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks” This article reviews the use of hair analysis in forensic and environmental toxicology for detecting potentially toxic elements and drugs, but it reports no new research findings.
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December 2022 in “Indonesian Journal of Science and Technology” This study found that ethyl acetate extract from peanut stems demonstrated very strong antioxidant properties and moderate cytotoxic activity against MCF-7 cell lines in in-vitro and in-silico settings.
November 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Microfluidic models improve testing for aging, wound healing, and oral tissue, reducing animal testing.
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June 2009 in “Oncology” This study observed that high-dose retinol palmitate was well-tolerated in resected stage I lung cancer patients, though it raised concerns about potential impacts on lipid metabolism due to elevated gamma-GT levels and triglycerides.
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May 2020 in “Progress in Organic Coatings” This study found that bio-based waterborne polyurethanes derived from castor oil may offer effective hair-styling performance without skin irritation and appear to be safer for the environment compared to traditional hair sprays.
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May 1995 in “Journal of General Internal Medicine” Most women with excessive hair growth have PCOS; treatment varies and focuses on preventing new hair, with electrolysis as the only permanent removal method.
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January 2024 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This study developed a smart PVA-TPE/HA-AMP/SF/ALG wound dressing that shows promise in infected wound healing by providing bacterial resistance, promoting cell proliferation, and modulating inflammation through various signaling pathways, potentially reducing scar formation.
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August 2024 in “Biomimetics” In this study, researchers developed a silk fibroin-based hydrogel with added curcumin and pluronic F127, which displayed antibacterial properties against Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and showed potential for skin tissue regeneration, without cytotoxicity.
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June 2017 in “Environmental health perspectives” Exposure to certain glycol ethers during pregnancy may be linked to lower verbal comprehension in children.