Interrogating the Integument: The Role of the Epidermis in Hair Induction

June 2014 in “ Experimental dermatology ”

Claire A. Higgins

epidermis hair follicle development epithelium mesenchyme hair follicle induction

Studysummary This commentary discusses the role of the epidermis in hair follicle induction and reports no new research findings.

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The document discussed the critical role of interactions between the epithelium and mesenchyme in hair follicle development, emphasizing that both components must respond appropriately for growth to proceed. While much research had focused on the inductive properties of mesenchymal cells, this commentary highlighted the importance of the epidermis in hair follicle induction.

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