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Clemson University researchers recently reported finding a new class of DNA repair-makers. Clemson biochemist Weiguo Cao studies how cells repair damaged DNA. The finding from Cao's lab in the Clemson Biosystems Research Complex in collaboration with computational chemist Brian Dominy appeared in the Sept. 9 issue of The Journal of Biological Chemistry: "A new family of deamination repair enzymes in the uracil DNA glycosylase superfamily by Hyun-Wook Lee, Brian N. Dominy and Weiguo Cao."...

MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Sept. 20, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Divine Skin Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: DSKX) has announced the release of the first topical hair-growth treatment based on astressin-B, a peptide newly discovered to regrow hair on bald mice. Divine Skin becomes the first biotech developer to synthesize and commercialize the peptide for human use in a cosmetic product, to be marketed as Spectral.F7 under the DS Laboratories brand. "Astressin-B is a very complex peptide that is difficult to...

MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Aug. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Biotechnology leader Divine Skin Inc. (DSKX) posted its highest quarterly revenue, $2.33 million, in the second quarter. The expanding innovator of personal care solutions credits recent investments in production for clearing backorders and accelerating sales, which are 79 percent ahead of the same period in 2010. "One of our challenges has been keeping up with demand," said Divine Skin CEO Daniel Khesin. "We have invested significant...

MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Aug. 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Hair-growth developer Divine Skin Inc. (DSKX) introduced a new molecule, Nanoxidil, designed to stimulate follicles at the vertex of the scalp and surpass minoxidil for efficacy and tolerability. The innovative new compound offers unique advantages for penetration and persistence because its molecular weight is lower than that of minoxidil, a chemical on the market for 30 years now. "This is a significant step forward in topical therapy, and...

MIAMI BEACH, Fla., May 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Divine Skin Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: DSKX) announced an explosion in salon distribution of its DS Laboratories line for hair and skin. The company signed agreements with four major distributors serving 26,000 salons across the United States. It estimates an average of $300 per month for each salon that sells the line. With well-developed online, luxury, pharmaceutical, and specialty channels, Divine Skin's distribution has always been...

HairLoss.com, the Internet's most influential web site dedicated to providing unbiased consumer information about hair loss conditions and hair loss treatments, has introduced a free "hair loss concierge" â„¢ service to its users. The service, which commences on March 25th, will assist those suffering from hair loss and seeking a solution to perform their due diligence to locate a skilled and reputable local hair loss treatment provider.Ft. Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) March 24, 2011...

SKILLMAN, N.J., Feb. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ROGAINE®, the first brand FDA-approved to regrow hair, introduces new Men's ROGAINE® Unscented Topical Foam, a secret weapon in the battle against hair loss. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110201/PH39662 ) New Men's ROGAINE® Unscented Topical Foam is formulated to fit easily into any man's grooming routine with no fuss and no telltale fragrance. It's the same clinically proven, easy-to-use foam that regrew hair in 85...

NORTHBROOK, Ill., Aug. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- One of the most reputable hair loss resources on the web has joined forces with North America's most experienced network of hair restoration professionals. Bosley, a company at the forefront of hair transplantation for nearly 40 years, has recently announced a new partnership with http://www.HairLossSpecialists.com, a consumer advocacy site devoted to providing hair loss sufferers with the latest, proven treatment solutions. Earlier this year, two...

MIAMI BEACH, Fla., June 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Cosmeceutical developer Divine Skin Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: DSKX). In its largest retail partnership to date, cosmeceutical developer Divine Skin Inc. (DSKX.OB) has announced a new agreement for its DS Laboratories brand to supply hair-growth products through Premier Salons, one of North America's largest chains, with about 3,000 locations, many set in prestigious department stores like Macy's. Divine Skin estimates the deal to be...

MORRIS PLAINS, N.J., Feb. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- A new national survey reveals Americans are at a loss when it comes to loss of a different kind: their hair. The new survey Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow: The Myths & Truths Behind Hair Loss, conducted by Wakefield Research on behalf of the ROGAINE® Brand, reveals a surprising lack of understanding of the prevalence, incidence, causes, and treatments for thinning hair and hair loss. Hair loss affects up to 40 percent of American men and 25...