This study reported that transitioning dairy cows from a tie-stall to a free-stall barn significantly reduced carpal and hock lesions, but increased stress and heel horn erosions.
August 2019 in “Journal of Medical Histology” This review discusses the role of epithelial mesenchymal transition (EMT) in wound healing and tissue repair, highlighting its potential contributions to progenitor cell pools, but reports no new clinical findings.
September 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that N-acetyl-GED may protect and partially rescue human hair follicles from experimentally-induced epithelial-mesenchymal transition ex vivo, suggesting its potential in treating scarring alopecias like lichen planopilaris.
June 2017 in “Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine” In a depilated mouse model, this study found that blocking CXCL4 activity with an anti-CXCL4 monoclonal antibody promoted hair growth by inducing an earlier anagen phase, delaying hair follicle regression, and altering expression of genes and proteins related to hair growth and cell proliferation.
This study found that estradiol affects hair growth in mice by regulating the transition of hair follicles from rest to growth phases via the estrogen receptor pathway in the dermal papilla.
March 2026 in “Bioconjugate Chemistry” This review highlights the potential of peptide-based PROTACs (pPROTACs) in expanding the target range of protein degraders beyond small-molecule limitations, particularly for undruggable proteins, by utilizing advances in design, conjugation, and bioPROTAC technology.
December 2025 in “PLoS ONE” In this study, among Chinese infants and young children aged 0-5 years, Type II and Type III frontal hairline patterns were the most common, with a negative correlation observed between age and hairline type.
50 citations
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April 2018 in “Cosmetics” This study found that a topical gel formulation containing rice water demonstrated in vitro antioxidant activity and elastase inhibition, suggesting its potential as an anti-aging skincare ingredient.
46 citations
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August 2019 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” This review compiles current information about Eclipta prostrata, traditional uses, and its promising pharmacological properties, like hepatoprotective and anti-inflammatory effects, but emphasizes that more research is needed to fully understand its mechanisms and ensure safety for clinical application.
30 citations
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February 2018 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” This review discusses the traditional uses and pharmacological properties of Hedychium spicatum, noting that while some traditional uses are supported by scientific studies, further research on its applications is needed.
30 citations
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June 2015 in “South African journal of botany” This study documented 70 plant species used by traditional healers in Namibia to manage AIDS-related opportunistic diseases and highlighted the need for further research on their anti-HIV properties and potential over-exploitation.
25 citations
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March 2018 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This review discusses traditional therapies used in the Indian subcontinent, covering practices like Ayurveda and homeopathy, and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the need for rigorous studies.
25 citations
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November 2015 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” This study found that Cacumen platycladi extract significantly promoted hair growth and reduced dihydrotestosterone levels by inhibiting 5α-reductase activity in an androgen-sensitive mouse model.
13 citations
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December 2017 in “BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine” In this study, the herbal complex of Houttuynia cordata, Perilla frutescens var. acuta, and green tea promoted hair growth in C57BL/6 mice, enhancing regrowth and follicle development compared to controls.
7 citations
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February 2016 in “TANG [HUMANITAS MEDICINE]” This study reports that the homeopathic drugs Lycopodium clavatum and Calcarea carbonica showed significant ameliorative effects on polycystic ovarian syndrome symptoms, with some differences in individual symptom response.
5 citations
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May 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery” A direct brow lift can effectively fix nerve damage and improve appearance after surgery.
4 citations
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June 2025 in “Molecules” This review evaluates traditional uses, phytochemical profiles, and pharmacological activities of Mediterranean Erica species, revealing the wide range of bioactive compounds and highlighting their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial activities. Further studies are suggested to fully understand their medicinal potential.
4 citations
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February 2024 in “Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine” The study observed that Tai Chi and Wuqinxi, when combined with antihypertensive medication, might be particularly effective in lowering systolic and diastolic blood pressure, respectively, suggesting they could be prioritized as treatment options.
4 citations
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January 2021 in “DergiPark (Istanbul University)” This review details 171 plant taxa traditionally used in Turkey to treat boils, but reports no new clinical results; the authors assess the literature on biological activities of commonly used genera like Allium and Brassica.
3 citations
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April 2021 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review discusses the traditional uses and reported bioactivities of Elephantopus scaber, but provides no new experimental results; the authors call for more research on its anticancer potential.
3 citations
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September 2016 in “Hair transplant forum international” This abstract discusses the growing popularity of follicular unit extraction in hair restoration surgery but offers no clinical findings.
1 citations
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May 2025 in “Preprints.org” This review evaluates the traditional uses, phytochemical profiles, and pharmacological potential of Mediterranean Erica species and reports no new clinical results, highlighting the need for further studies.
1 citations
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January 2022 This book chapter reviews the taxonomy, traditional uses, pharmacological effects, and safety of Eclipta prostrata, emphasizing its potential therapeutic applications, but it reports no new clinical results.
1 citations
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December 2016 in “Govar-î zanko-î silêmanî. Beş-i A. Zaniste siruştîye” This study found that a mixture of Myrtus, Galls, and Oak extracts promoted significant hair growth in a rat model, performing as effectively as Minoxidil.
July 2026 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Research” This review highlights the wide-ranging clinical uses of autologous fat transplantation in regenerative medicine, noting its advantages such as easy harvesting, tissue integration, and stem cell abundance, and discusses its future in personalized therapeutic regimens for tissue repair.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights that herbal hair oils, incorporating medicinal plant extracts and carrier oils, show promise in promoting hair growth and scalp health by demonstrating antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, with clinical evidence supporting reductions in hair fall and dandruff with minimal side effects.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlighted the potential benefits of herbal hair oils, detailing how formulations combining specific medicinal plants and carrier oils may promote hair health by stimulating hair follicles and reducing hair fall, as supported by preclinical and clinical studies with minimal side effects.
February 2026 in “Jurnal Impresi Indonesia” This study found that advanced dressings, such as hydrogels and nanofibers, accelerated burn healing time by up to 4 days compared to traditional dressings like silver sulfadiazine, but their high cost and limited availability are significant barriers.
December 2025 in “JURNAL PIJAR MIPA” This study explored the Belanger tradition, a Sasak hair-cleansing ritual using natural ingredients, and concluded that it combines cultural heritage with sustainable practices and scientifically supported benefits.
December 2025 in “American journal of microbiological research” This study found that Marantochloa species leaves have antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties and help preserve the quality of corn-based foods, suggesting their potential nutritional benefits and encouraging their use in Greater Lomé.