International Training Course: Hair Biology and Translational Hair Research in a Nutshell

The goal of our course is to create extensive discussion about the fundamental and new scientific concepts and challenges of hair biology, with particular emphasis on its relevance to the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industry. We have assembled an impressive faculty of internationally renowned speakers who will share their knowledge, ideas and opinions covering key topics in the science, as well as current and next generation models for studying hair biology and responses to test agents. Topics will include: -Hair biology basics, including hair cycle and pigmentation; -Hair aging: stem cells, hair graying and hair loss; -Clinical immunology of the hair follicle; -Clinical and experimental treatments for hair loss and graying; -Preclinical human hair research methods: in vitro, ex vivo and in vivo; and -In-depth Q&A sessions with panel of experts.