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GlossaryStem Cells

unique cells that can develop into various specialized cell types

Stem cells are unique cells in the body that have the ability to develop into many different cell types, from muscle cells to brain cells. They serve as a repair system, capable of dividing and differentiating to replace damaged or lost cells, making them crucial for growth, healing, and tissue regeneration.

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research Stem Cells and Their Niches

1549 citations , March 2006 in “Science”

Understanding stem cell interactions with their environments is key for advancing regenerative medicine.

research Stem Cells in the Hair Follicle Bulge Contribute to Wound Repair but Not to Homeostasis of the Epidermis

1279 citations , November 2005 in “Nature Medicine”

research Epidermal Homeostasis: A Balancing Act of Stem Cells in the Skin

1039 citations , February 2009 in “Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology”

Skin stem cells are crucial for maintaining and repairing the skin and hair, using a complex mix of signals to do so.

research Morphogenesis and Renewal of Hair Follicles from Adult Multipotent Stem Cells

949 citations , January 2001 in “Cell”

Adult mouse skin contains stem cells that can create new hair, skin, and oil glands.

research Distinct Stem Cells Contribute to Mammary Gland Development and Maintenance

721 citations , October 2011 in “Nature”

Different types of long-lasting stem cells are responsible for the growth and upkeep of the mammary gland.

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community What do you guys think of stem cell hai restoration?

in Chat 9 upvotes 1 month ago

Stem cell hair restoration lacks scientific evidence and is often considered a scam. Effective hair loss treatments include hair transplants, Minoxidil, and Finasteride, but stem cell treatments are not proven.

community Stem Cells May Get Rid Of Balding FOREVER!

in Technology 7 upvotes 1 year ago

Stem cell therapy shows promise in treating hair loss by mimicking DHT-resistant cells from the back of the head. Traditional treatments like finasteride are also discussed, but stem cells could potentially offer a more permanent solution.

community Stem-cell hair transplants! 20k lab grown grafts from one single graft

in Chat 46 upvotes 2 years ago

Stem-cell hair transplants could potentially create thousands of grafts from a single donor graft, offering a solution for hair loss with DHT-resistant hair. Companies like Stemson Therapeutics and OrganTech are working on this technology, which may become available in the future, possibly reducing the cost and making it widely accessible.

community Any experience with stem cell hair transplants?

in Transplants 25 upvotes 2 years ago

Stem cell hair transplants use stem cells from fat tissue to reactivate inactive hair follicles, but results are inconsistent and not widely shared. Traditional treatments like finasteride and minoxidil often show better results.

community STEM CELL TREATMENT FOR HAIR LOSS at home

in Treatment 6 upvotes 5 years ago

User considers trying AAPE for hair restoration, costing $700 for 6 months. Others discuss its potential effectiveness and mention a study with promising results.

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