Growth factors for hair loss treatment

New research in proteomics and the application of systems biology approaches to molecular biology have greatly expanded our understanding of the evolution of cellular structure, as well as the processes associated with cell cycle control. This study established the importance of the role of cytokines.

Cytokines – these are large, locally acting molecules that can effectively target small areas.

Throughout the history of medicine, we have concentrated on finding external chemical molecules or elements and their effect on the body through physiological changes.

It is only recently that advances in molecular biology, in particular proteomics, have made it possible to fully apply intercellular signals. We now know that many cell functions from mitosis and differentiation to apoptosis are largely controlled by a group of signaling molecules – cytokines.

The effect of cytokines as a "growth factor" of the hair follicle

It is not the very existence of cytokines, which has been known to medicine for a long time, that is surprising, but the intensity and extent of their influence. The effect of cytokines, known as "growth factor", is so significant that they would be of great benefit if they could be isolated and properly applied as a therapeutic agent.

In particular, vascular endothelial growth factor plays an important role in the development and "life" of the hair follicle, and not only for the initiation of growth, but also for determining differentiation, structure, and also the duration of growth.

Registered users can view the full version of the exclusive "Cytokine Therapy for Hair Loss Treatment" prepared by Toby Cobledick for the Nanogen Scientific Briefing. The expert will talk about the importance of the role of cytokines and the effectiveness of the use of vascular endothelial growth factors for the treatment of hair loss, as well as prove the safety and right to exist of cytokine therapy.