Human hair keratins can be turned into useful 3D biomedical scaffolds through a freeze-thaw process.
August 2021 in “Han'gug miyong haghoeji/Journal of the Korean society of cosmetology” Using natural polyphenol cross-linkers like tannic acid and green tea extract in perm treatments improves curling and protects hair.
Optical Coherence Tomography has potential in diagnosing hair loss and monitoring blood clotting, and could be improved for deeper tissue observation and better hair loss understanding.
January 2019 in “Applied Organometallic Chemistry” The compound (NH4)2Mn0.17Cu0.83Cl4.2H₂O has a specific structure, shows weak magnetism at low temperatures, and undergoes phase changes at high temperatures.
December 2018 in “Neuroradiology” MRI helps distinguish between pituitary adenomas and craniopharyngiomas, guides treatment for pediatric CNS tumors, and assesses rhinocerebral mucormycosis with a high mortality rate in transplanted patients.
Microneedle technology is effective for skin rejuvenation and enhancing cosmeceutical delivery, with ongoing innovation and increasing commercialization.
March 2017 in “Open access journal of surgery” The document concludes that more standardized research is needed to fully understand and optimize the use of platelet-rich fibrin in regenerative medicine.
October 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” Common noncancerous skin diseases have various treatments, including topical applications, light therapy, surgery, and medications, with psychological support being important.
Different connective tissue disorders have unique symptoms and treatments, with varying outcomes and often require ongoing care from a specialist.
January 2013 in “Transactions of the Materials Research Society of Japan” CMADK reduces hair damage from bleaching and permanent waving.
January 2020 in “Química Nova” The PW91 method is best for calculating the basic physical and chemical properties of Finasteride, a drug used for prostate issues and hair loss.
A portable imaging system shows promise for diagnosing skin diseases and checking laser treatment effects.
9 citations,
October 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Microneedling is an effective and minimally invasive treatment for hair loss.
9 citations,
July 2014 in “Skin research and technology” Stretching damages Caucasian hair's structure more easily than Asian hair.
2 citations,
September 2019 in “Neurology Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation” IVIg treatment improved symptoms but caused permanent dark hair loss.
1 citations,
November 2016 in “Frontiers in neurology” Steroid treatment improved both gut and nerve symptoms in a man with Cronkhite–Canada syndrome.
The new method provides more accurate vibrational frequencies for drug molecules than traditional models.
February 2022 in “Endocrine connections” People with reproductive, thyroid disorders, and type 2 diabetes can experience voice changes, but more research is needed to understand this better.
December 2022 in “Aesthetic Cosmetology and Medicine” Proper treatments can greatly improve hair and scalp health in men with androgenetic alopecia.
109 citations,
February 2018 in “CB/Current biology” ERULUS controls root hair growth by regulating cell wall composition and pectin activity.
107 citations,
April 2014 in “The Plant cell” The CAP1 gene helps control ammonium levels and is necessary for the proper growth of root hairs in Arabidopsis.
81 citations,
December 2007 in “Acta materialia” AFM helped show how hair changes under tension and the effects of damage and conditioner.
32 citations,
February 2018 in “Spectrochimica acta. Part A, Molecular and biomolecular spectroscopy” Cosmetic residues on individual hairs can be identified and differentiated using ATR FT-IR microspectroscopy.
18 citations,
December 2021 in “Foods” Seaweeds contain beneficial compounds with potential uses in food, cosmetics, and health, but more research is needed to improve extraction and safety.
16 citations,
April 2018 in “Current opinion in gynecology and obstetrics” Hispanic women with PCOS are more likely to have liver diseases like NAFLD and NASH.
15 citations,
August 2020 in “Analytical chemistry” Hair lipids do not protect against humidity.
11 citations,
July 2015 in “Journal of Anatomy” SLVs help maintain muscle stretch sensitivity and could aid in treating hypertension and muscle spasticity.
10 citations,
August 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Leptin-deficient mice, used as a model for Type 2 Diabetes, have delayed wound healing due to impaired contraction and other dysfunctional cellular responses.
9 citations,
May 2021 in “BioMed research international” Human hair-derived particles can effectively carry and release the cancer drug Paclitaxel in a pH-sensitive manner, potentially targeting cancer cells while sparing healthy ones.
7 citations,
August 2022 in “Journal of Nanobiotechnology” Advancements in nanoformulations for CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing can respond to specific triggers for controlled gene editing, showing promise in treating incurable diseases, but challenges like precision and system design complexity still need to be addressed.