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    GlossarySmall Interfering RNA (siRNA)

    molecule that silences specific genes by degrading their mRNA

    Small Interfering RNA (siRNA) is a type of molecule that can silence or "turn off" specific genes within a cell. It works by binding to a complementary messenger RNA (mRNA) sequence, leading to its degradation and preventing the production of the corresponding protein. This mechanism is often used in research and therapeutic applications to study gene function or to target and reduce the expression of disease-related genes.

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      community Concerns about CosmeRNA safety mechanisms

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      Concerns about CosmeRNA safety mechanisms and potential side effects. Discussion includes comparisons to Fluridil and questions about nanoparticle specificity and siRNA stability.

      community Anyone excited for CosmeRNA coming this month?

      in Product  171 upvotes 3 years ago
      CosmeRNA, a new hair loss treatment, is expected to release soon and may become part of the "big three" treatments alongside finasteride and minoxidil. It works differently from finasteride by targeting androgen receptors in hair follicles, potentially offering fewer side effects.

      community Since there is so much hype for cosmeRNA and HMI-115...

      in Chat  47 upvotes 2 years ago
      Exploring different treatments for hair loss, such as cosmeRNA and HMI-115 which are small interference messenger RNA that inhibits the DHT receptor and an antibody that binds to the prolactin (PRL) receptor respectively; and researching mechanism and environment of hyperresponders.