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Time of India
22-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Hair Regrowth Without Transplant? New Molecular Approach Offers Hope
Mumbai: A team of scientists by mapping the complete molecular network of human hair, have identified several treatment procedures that can potentially eliminate the need for surgery or transplants for restoring hair growth. According to a recent study published in "Stem Cell Research & Therapy" integrating stem cell biology, gene therapy, and molecular signalling can potentially help to treat hair loss conditions like androgenetic alopecia (AGA) without the need of a transplant. The study co-authored by a multidisciplinary team from US and India, involving researchers of QR678, a hair regrowth formulation and The Esthetic Clinics (TEC) , suggest androgenetic alopecia (AGA)—the most common form of hair loss—not as an irreversible condition, but as a breakdown in regenerative signalling that can potentially be reversed.' Under the study, the researchers analysed five key molecular pathways—Wnt/β-catenin, Sonic Hedgehog (Shh), Bone Morphogenetic Protein (BMP), Notch, and AKT/MAPK—that collectively manage the hair follicle lifecycle. During their analysis, researchers found that in conditions like AGA, the communication between these aforementioned pathways breaks down, particularly with Wnt suppression and BMP overactivation, causing follicles to fall into dormancy. To correct such breakdowns the study outlined that gene-editing tools like CRISPR and stem cell therapies can help to correct misfiring signals, rebuild a supportive microenvironment. As per the researchers some of these treatments have already shown success in lab-grown tissue and animal models, and early clinical trials are expected to begin within the next two years. 'By mapping out the molecular misfires behind hair follicle dormancy, we now have a clearer pathway to develop therapies that don't just slow hair loss—but potentially reverse it by reawakening the body's own regenerative systems,' said Dr Michael Gold, dermatologist and founder of Gold Skin Care Center, USA. 'Hair follicles don't disappear; they go dormant due to disrupted cellular signals. By identifying how these signals fail—and how they can be restored—we move closer to resetting the system at a molecular level. It's a fundamental shift in how hair loss can be understood, and ultimately, reversed,' Dr Debraj Shome, senior author and Director at TEC, added. Scientists involved in the study suggest the global hair loss treatment market, valued around $4 billion (₹34,000 crore) available solutions includes only external therapies–-drugs, and treatment procedures—surgery, transplants. Whereas, the study's findings signal a space for exploring gene- and cell-based molecular therapies—a therapeutic domain that follows a completely different approach with differentiated targeting and treatment mechanisms.
New York Times
03-07-2025
- Business
- New York Times
The Final Vote, and the Sean Combs Verdict
Hosted by Tracy Mumford Produced by Will Jarvis and Ian Stewart Edited by Ian StewartJessica Metzger and Tracy Mumford Featuring Olivia Bensimon House Moves Ahead With President's Policy Bill Amid G.O.P. Resistance, by Michael Gold, Robert Jimison and Megan Mineiro Illegal Border Crossings Plunge to Lowest Level in Decades, by Hamed Aleaziz Combs Acquitted of Sex Trafficking but Found Guilty on Lesser Charges, by Ben Sisario and Julia Jacobs Lack of New U.S. Sanctions Allows Restricted Goods and Funds Into Russia, by Aaron Krolik Lululemon Sues Costco Over Selling 'Dupes,' by Ali Watkins Tune in, and tell us what you think at theheadlines@ For corrections, email nytnews@ For more audio journalism and storytelling, download the New York Times Audio app — available to Times news subscribers on iOS — and sign up for our weekly newsletter. Special thanks to Jason Bailey.
Associated Press
07-06-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Dr. Michael H. Gold Inducted into The International Order of Fantastic Professionals
'Dr. Michael Gold's depth of expertise and extraordinary commitment to global education and innovation are unparalleled.'— Dr. Allen Lycka EDMONTON, ALBERTA, CANADA, June 7, 2025 / / -- The International Order of Fantastic Professionals is proud to announce that Dr. Michael H. Gold, a board-certified dermatologist, internationally recognized researcher, and founder of multiple leading dermatologic institutions, has been officially inducted into the IOFP and awarded the Global Leader in Dermatologic Advancement 2025. IOFP celebrates Dr. Gold's distinguished career, spanning over three decades. His groundbreaking contributions to dermatologic science, cosmetic medicine, and global education have elevated the field of aesthetic dermatology worldwide. Since founding Gold Skin Care Center and its affiliated organizations in Nashville, Tennessee, in 1990, Dr. Gold has overseen the development and implementation of cutting-edge technologies and procedures in dermatologic and aesthetic medicine. Through the Tennessee Clinical Research Center, he has led pivotal FDA Phase II-IV trials, directly influencing the future of dermatologic treatments and product innovation. Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Gold is a committed educator and author, having written over 500 scientific articles, contributed to 40 textbook chapters, and served as editor-in-chief for multiple international dermatology journals. He is also the co-founder of SCALE, DASIL, and the 5-Continent Congress conferences, which have become pillars in the global dermatology and aesthetics communities. ' Dr. Michael Gold's depth of expertise and extraordinary commitment to global education and innovation are unparalleled,' said Dr. Allen Lycka, founder and CEO of the International Order of Fantastic Professionals. 'We look forward to watching the continued change his leadership inspires in others around the world.' About the International Order of Fantastic Professionals (IOFP): The International Order of Fantastic Professionals (IOFP) is a prestigious global community of forward-thinking leaders committed to innovation, collaboration, and making a meaningful difference. Representing a diverse range of industries, IOFP members are recognized for their excellence and for delivering innovative solutions to today's most pressing challenges. Learn more at For media inquiries and more information on IOFP initiatives, contact: Tami McCalla, Director of Operations Email: [email protected] Dr. Allen Lycka Dr. Allen Lycka Prof Corp email us here Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Chicago Tribune
03-06-2025
- Business
- Chicago Tribune
Naperville's new public-private ArtForum to unveil new artwork at Nichols Library
A new public-private nonprofit devised to help Naperville expand its repertoire of public art is officially live. Dubbed 'ArtForum: The Naperville Partnership for Public Arts,' the initiative launched last month and will unveil the first new artwork with which it's been involved Wednesday at Naperville's downtown Nichols Library branch. 'It's going to be our coming out party, in a way,' said Michael Gold, a Naperville resident and chair of ArtForum's executive board. The venture has been more than a year in the making. For nearly three decades, soliciting and producing public art in Naperville had been the work of nonprofit Century Walk Corp. But after relations began to strain between Century Walk and the city — and the organization itself faced internal changes as well — Naperville started to chart a new path forward. Last September, early plans for a reinvigorated public art program were laid out at a meeting of the city's Special Events and Community Arts Commission. The cornerstone was a public-private partnership that would help the city solicit public art projects, similar to what Naperville has had for years with the Naperville Development Partnership, which promotes city business interests. About a month and a half ago, ArtForum secured its 501(c)3 nonprofit tax status, according to Gold. '(We've) been really getting all our ducks in a row' to secure that so they could capitalize on as many funding opportunities — grants, for instance — as possible, he said. 'We're just going to do our best to find as many funds as we can that absolutely do not turn back on the city,' Gold said. 'We don't want this to be a burden on taxpayers. The worst thing that can happen for public art is that the community feels that money is being spent somewhere that it shouldn't be. 'Art should be enjoyed. It should be appreciated. It should build a community. … It should tell our stories. It should reflect who we are, and the minute it becomes what dollars were spent on, it kind of sullies all of that a little bit.' ArtForum is led by a five-member executive board. It also recently formed a 20-person community advisory board. Asked how ArtForum will go about facilitating public art in town, Gold said the process will be a mix of seeking artists for projects the organization has in mind and artists pitching their own ideas. On its website, there is a submission form for public art proposals. 'What we're really trying to do is be the conduit between the artist and the community,' he said. 'In doing that, it's helping to find funding, helping to find locations, helping to find a venue. … That's really what our philosophy is at this point.' ArtForum's first community event Wednesday is the unveiling of works created by Naperville artist Richard Lo as part of a larger, county-wide art initiative. This summer, the Cleve Carney Museum of Art at the College of DuPage's McAninch Arts Center is presenting a new exhibit entitled, 'Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World, Artworks from the Chiossone Collection.' The exhibit, which will run through Sept. 21, will immerse guests in Japan's Edo period (1603-1868). The collection features 53 paintings and woodblock prints by the masters of ukiyo-e, a major artistic genre that flourished during the Edo period. In conjunction with the exhibit, the museum partnered with Lo to create ukiyo-e style images showcasing the cities and villages that make up DuPage County. Lo, reached over the phone, said he made 37 pieces in all for the initiative, called 'Waves of DuPage: Beautiful Cities.' Works highlight distinctive locations in each participating municipality, which ranged from Naperville to Hanover Park. For Naperville, Lo highlighted four places: Dandelion Fountain, Millennium Carillon, the Naperville Riverwalk Covered Bridge and the city's downtown along Jefferson Street, Lo said. The pieces will be displayed in windows at Nichols Library. Wednesday's unveiling ceremony begins at 5 p.m. ArtForum will be there to commemorate the occasion because it helped bring Naperville's participation in the county project to fruition, Gold said. Looking ahead, ArtForum is currently eying its next venture. The nonprofit has put out a call for artists to fashion a new mural that will be installed on the side of the downtown Lima Brex building at 220 S. Main St. Any artists or artist teams interested in applying can submit a brief description of their proposed work and a rough mural sketch to shannon@ The deadline to apply is July 18. The chosen mural will be displayed from October through next April. Gold, who grew up in Naperville, said what ArtForum plans to do — and his being a part of those plans — is 'very exciting.' 'I have always been in awe of the commitment that the city and the community has had for art,' he said. 'From the sculptures to the paintings to the murals to everything that's up around town, it's obvious that people work hard and believe in those pieces. And to be a part of organizations that help facilitate that in town, it's quite an honor.' Naperville City Clerk Dawn Portner, who is also a founding member of ArtForum, echoed Gold. 'I can't wait to see what (ArtForum) is going to do,' she said. 'I think the future is just going to be amazing.'
