Publications

Research Output and Global Visibility

The Advanced Centre for Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research in Cutaneous Biology (AcREM-STEM) has established a strong record of high-quality scholarly publications in leading national and international peer-reviewed journals. The research output reflects the Centre's multidisciplinary focus on regenerative biology, stem cell science, dermatology, microbiome research, ageing, immunomodulation, oncology, endocrinology, and integrative medicine.

These publications demonstrate AcREM-STEM's commitment to scientific excellence, innovation, and translational relevance, and highlight its active collaborations with premier research institutions across India and abroad.

Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications

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Soumya V. S., Chaithra Prasad, Sreejith Parameswara Panicker (2025). Exploring the Role of Non-Coding RNAs in the Gut and Skin Microbiome: Implications for Colorectal Cancer and Healthy Longevity. MicroRNA.

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Pramitha V. S., Abhilash R., Alfiya R., Vaishnavi M. K., Soumya V. S., Chaithra P., Sreejith Parameswara Panicker (2024). Comparative evaluation of the bioactivities of marine sponges Callyspongia fibrosa and Dysidea fragilis from the south west coast of India. Journal of Aquatic Biology & Fisheries.

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Mamatha K., Aryan M. K., Prabhakaran P., Das S. S., Sreejith Parameswara Panicker (2024). An Ayurvedic approach to immunomodulation employing a green delivery of phytonutrients: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study on mild allergic rhinitis. Journal of Functional Foods.

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Sreejith Parameswara Panicker, Manu K. A. (2024). Short-term influence of Immufen™ on mild allergic rhinitis: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Frontiers in Allergy.

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Soumya V. S., Baby J., Laladhas K. P., Sreejith Parameswara Panicker (2023). Biological potential of sequentially extracted leaf extracts of Wrightia tinctoria. Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry.

06

Nikhila L. et al. (2023). Inhibition of cholesterol biosynthesis modulates epithelial-mesenchymal transition in primary cicatricial alopecia. Journal of Endocrinology and Reproduction.

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Thankachan B. M. et al. (2022). Histopathological analysis of sodium arsenite-induced hair loss in C57BL mice. Research Journal of Chemistry and Environment

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Hameed Najeeb S. et al. (2022). Cholestrogenic inhibition causes permanent hair follicle damage via fibrosis. Journal of Endocrinology and Reproduction.

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Devi P. S. et al. (2021). Scale morphology of selected marine fishes. Uttar Pradesh Journal of Zoology.

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Pramitha V. S. et al. (2021). Temperature-dependent regulation of zebrafish tail fin regeneration. Journal of Aquatic Biology & Fisheries.

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Hardman-Smart J. A. et al. (2020). Mitochondrial dysfunction in hair follicle epithelial stem cells in lichen planopilaris. British Journal of Dermatology.

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Menon L. N. et al. (2020). Antiproliferative activity of caged xanthones from Garcinia wightii. Fitoterapia

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Imanishi H. et al. (2018). Epithelial-mesenchymal stem cell transition in human hair follicle disease. Journal of Investigative Dermatology.

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Harries M. J. et al. (2018). Lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia as epithelial stem cell disorders. Trends in Molecular Medicine

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Panicker S. P. et al. (2012). Sterol intermediates of cholesterol biosynthesis trigger immune responses in cicatricial alopecia. PLoS One.

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Panicker S. P. et al. (2010). p300- and Myc-mediated regulation of glioblastoma differentiation. Oncotarget.

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Sreejith P. et al. (2008-2005). Endocrine regulation, oxidative stress, and mitochondrial function in teleost models. Indian Journal of Experimental Biology, Indian Journal of Biochemistry & Biophysics, Journal of Endocrinology and Reproduction, Journal of Morphology, Zoology.

Publication Highlights

  • High-impact international journals in dermatology, molecular medicine, and regenerative biology
  • Clinical and translational studies including randomized controlled trials
  • Pioneering work on hair follicle stem cells and cicatricial alopecia
  • Microbiome, ageing, and immunomodulation research
  • Integration of Ayurveda, nutraceuticals, and functional food science
  • Strong international collaborations with leading institutes in the USA and Europe

Academic Impact

The publications from AcREM-STEM have significantly contributed to

  • Understanding stem cell dysfunction in scarring alopecias
  • Elucidating mitochondrial and immune mechanisms in cutaneous diseases
  • Advancing evidence-based integrative medicine
  • Developing translational strategies for regenerative and anti-ageing therapies
  • Strengthening India's global presence in regenerative and cutaneous biology research

These scholarly outputs reflect the Centre's commitment to scientific rigor, innovation, and societal relevance, reinforcing AcREM-STEM's position as a leading hub for regenerative medicine and stem cell research in cutaneous biology.