31 citations
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July 2017 in “Clinical Science” This review discusses the role of microRNAs in skin function and potential therapeutic applications, emphasizing their importance in wound healing and disease management, though it reports no new experimental findings.
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.
27 citations
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June 2015 in “Revista Brasileira de Farmacognosia” This review discusses the traditional uses, pharmacology, clinical applications, and toxicology of Carthami flos but reports no new clinical results, aiming to inform further research on its medicinal potential.
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.
24 citations
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March 2022 in “Frontiers in plant science” This review discusses the roles of phytohormones like auxin and ethylene in regulating root hair growth and development in plants, but it reports no new experimental results.
24 citations
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May 2010 in “Veterinary dermatology” This study found that both ciclosporin A and topical therapy were effective in reducing alopecia and scaling in dogs with idiopathic sebaceous adenitis, with evidence suggesting improved outcomes when both treatments are combined.
22 citations
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February 2013 in “Wound Repair and Regeneration” In this study, CD109 overexpression in transgenic mice led to reduced inflammation and improved collagen organization during wound healing without affecting wound closure.
20 citations
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May 2007 in “Asian-Australasian Journal of Animal Sciences” This study found that polymorphisms in the KAP8.2 gene in Chinese Inner Mongolia cashmere goats are associated with variations in cashmere fibre diameter, suggesting its potential as a molecular marker for this trait.
19 citations
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April 2015 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study identified distinct gene expression patterns in wool follicle bulbs that may play important roles in wool follicle cycling and regeneration in sheep.
16 citations
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December 2019 in “Animals” In this study, cashmere goats engineered to overexpress the Tβ4 gene in hair follicles produced more cashmere, indicating that Tβ4 promotes secondary hair follicle development and enhances yield.
15 citations
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June 2014 in “Integrative cancer therapies” This study found that an 8-week practice of pranic meditation was associated with improved quality of life and mental health scores in breast cancer survivors, though further research is needed for confirmation.
13 citations
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September 2024 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This review highlighted the pharmacological potential of Mor, noting its protective effects on the kidneys, liver, bones, nervous system, heart, digestive system, skin, and lungs, as well as its anti-obesity and anti-inflammatory properties, revealing areas for future research.
13 citations
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November 2019 in “Scientific reports” This study found that inhibiting 5α-reductase in molluscs provokes a specific shell morphology, suggesting gastropods might have unique 5α-reductase substrates absent in vertebrates.
12 citations
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June 2019 in “The journal of pharmacology and experimental therapeutics/The Journal of pharmacology and experimental therapeutics” This study found that inhibiting the TRPV3 channel may significantly promote hair growth and suggests a potential therapeutic approach for hair loss and related skin diseases.
11 citations
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October 2021 in “Journal of Herbmed Pharmacology” This review examines the therapeutic benefits, chemical composition, and medicinal uses of Delphinium species, along with their toxic effects; it reports no new clinical results.
11 citations
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March 2018 in “Protoplasma” In this laboratory study, procyanidin B2 inhibited early plant growth and biochemical responses in wheat seedlings treated with lipopolysaccharides from Azospirillum brasilense, suggesting that plant response activation requires LPS recognition by plant cells.
11 citations
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January 2013 in “Postępy Dermatologii i Alergologii” This review discusses various theories of skin aging and the importance of using professional and at-home skincare solutions, but offers no new empirical findings.
10 citations
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June 2005 in “Small ruminant research” This study found that melatonin combined with bromocryptine treatment in Spanish goats increased secondary hair follicle numbers and extended the cashmere growth phase during spring.
9 citations
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July 2021 in “Journal of Natural Medicines” This review summarizes research finding over 150 new molecules with various biological activities from traditional herbal medicines studied in China, Mongolia, Uzbekistan, and Bangladesh.
8 citations
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August 2020 in “Domestic Animal Endocrinology” This study found that melatonin treatment improved cashmere production for one cycle in cashmere goats, enhancing fiber quality and follicle activity, but had no effects in the subsequent cycle.
7 citations
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September 2024 in “BMC Genomics” In this study, whole-genome sequencing of Lanping black-boned sheep identified ERBB4 and ROR1 genes as potentially important in their distinctive hyperpigmentation, enhancing understanding of their genetic evolution from Lanping normal sheep.
7 citations
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November 2019 in “Animal” This study found that melatonin treatment in adult cashmere goats increased cashmere yield and improved fibre quality without negatively affecting the hair follicle development or cashmere production in their offspring.
6 citations
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May 2020 in “Scientific reports” In this study, microarray and proteomic analyses indicated that genes involved in immune response, receptor binding, and growth factor activity might influence wool fibre diameter in sheep.
6 citations
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October 2017 This review summarizes the antioxidant and anticarcinogenic properties of Indian Gooseberry, its phytochemical composition, and its use in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, but reports no new clinical results.
6 citations
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January 2016 in “Environmental footprints and eco-design of products and processes” This review discusses the use and sustainability challenges of luxury animal hair fibers in the fashion industry and reports no new research findings.
5 citations
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January 2024 in “American Journal of Translational Research” This research highlighted that the gut microbiota may influence ovarian health, suggesting it could be used as a biomarker for early diagnosis and treatment of diseases like PCOS, ovarian insufficiency, and ovarian cancer due to its impact on hormone levels.
5 citations
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June 2022 in “Frontiers in immunology” This study observed that expanding regulatory T cells in the skin of mice with alopecia areata did not reverse the condition, indicating that additional immunotherapy may be necessary.
5 citations
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July 2019 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study identified key genes and pathways involved in the seasonal hair cycle regulation of yak, uncovering molecular mechanisms that may aid in understanding their adaptation to alpine environments.
4 citations
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February 2025 in “BMC Genomics” This study identified 71 SNPs linked to black wool traits in Qira sheep and found that specific mutations in the TYRP1 gene significantly correlate with coat color variations, providing insights for their genetic selection and conservation.
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.