Research In Trichology
The Institute of Trichologists is the foremost professional association for trichologists in the World, the largest provider of trichology training in Europe and the longest established body of its type (see history).
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) in women with Afro-textured hair
Scalp oils: a therapeutic or harmful catalyst for LPP? Principal author: Shirley McDonald Supporting research author: Celestine Gitau The objective of the study is to determine whether the influence of scalp oils are a contributory factor in the cause and
Adult Stem Cell Released Molecules in Combination with Microneedling Restore Hair Growth
The Institute of Trichologists’ Member Dr Michael Ryan collaborated in a study looking at adult stem cell released molecules in combination with microneedling restoring hair growth. Introduction: Alopecia is a chronic dermatological disorder affecting millions of people, in which people
Alopecia Areata Epidemiology
PROFESSOR ANDREW MESSENGER MD FRCP A study on the epidemiology of alopecia areata in the UK has recently been published in the British Journal of Dermatology [1]. It is currently online only but due to appear in print in the
Dupilumab in Alopecia Areata
PROFESSOR ANDREW MESSENGER MD FRCP There are an increasing number of case reports and small case series describing hair regrowth following treatment with the monoclonal antibody drug dupilumab. Dupilumab is licensed for treating atopic dermatitis and the original observations were
Following historical “tracks” of hair follicle miniaturisation in patterned hair loss: Are elastin bodies the forgotten aetiology?
May 2021 The Institute of Trichologists’ Member Dr Hugh Rushton collaborated in a study that followed historical “tracks” of hair follicle miniaturisation in patterned hair loss. ABSTRACT: Pattern hair loss (PHL) is a chronic regressive condition of the scalp, where
Shedding light on therapeutics in alopecia and their relevance to COVID-19
December 2020 The Institute of Trichologists’ President Professor Andrew Messenger collaborated in a study that reported on therapeutics in alopecia and their relevance to COVID-19. ABSTRACT: As of July 9, 2020, there were more than 12 million confirmed cases of coronavirus
Annual Psychodermatology UK Seminar at the Royal College of Physicians, London
Thursday 26th January 2017 Board Members Anita Ashcroft, Tracey Walker, Deborah Heal, Lisa Gilbey and former Vice Chair Barbara Kemp attended this annual event at this prestigious venue. Many of today’s lectures were about the psychology side of patients experiencing
First Grey Hair Gene is Discovered
March 2016 The Institute of Trichologists’ Vice President Professor Tobin recently collaborated in an international study that reported on the discovery of several genes associated with hair traits, including the first grey hair gene. The study was lead by UCL
Results of the Hair Loss Priority Setting Partnership
November 2015 The Hair Loss Priority Setting Partnership commenced in January 2014. Members of the public , The Institute of Trichologists’ Members and allied healthcare professionals were invited to complete an online survey. The results of the survey can be
Psychodermatology Seminar at the Royal College of Physicians
Thursday 22nd January 2015 Board Members Barbara Kemp (Vice Chairman and Chief Executive of External Relations), Tracey Walker (CEO of Education), Lisa Gilbey (Administrative Director) and Dr Ingrid Wilson recently attended the Psychodermatology seminar. There were many informative lecturers ranging