August 2026 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” This review examines human-relevant in vitro models for studying pigmentation disorders, identifying both challenges and advancements in replicating human pigmentation processes and disease-specific pathology in vitro.
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January 2013 in “Lab on a Chip” The researchers described a chip-based bioreactor platform for dynamic perfusion, which may enhance in vitro skin models by introducing mechanical shear stress and extending culture periods.
October 2022 in “Experimental Dermatology” This review discusses the development of hair-on-a-chip technology for hair follicle research and alopecia treatment, reporting no new clinical results but highlighting future research directions.
January 2026 in “Lab on a Chip” In this perspective, recent advances in regenerative medicine, including bioartificial substitutes and engineered in vitro platforms, are reviewed for their potential to restore human hair follicles, highlighting new technologies like 3D printing, hair-on-a-chip models, and stem cell-derived organoids.
April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study suggests that Elf5 plays a crucial role in regulating stem cell processes involved in skin and hair follicle development and regeneration, impacting cell proliferation and differentiation.
