Methods of modulating hair growth
US6773881B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 21, 2001 |
| Grant date | Aug 10, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 21, 2021 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC07K2317/73
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method of modulating hair growth and/or hair thickness. The method includes modulating VEGF activity, e.g., modulating VEGF gene expression and/or modulating VEGF protein production and/or activity, to modulate hair growth and/or thickness. The methods can be used to either promote or inhibit hair growth or hair thickness in a subject.
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