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    Melanocyte Stem Cells: A Melanocyte Reservoir in Hair Follicles for Hair and Skin Pigmentation

    April 2011 in “ Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research ”
    Emi K. Nishimura
    Studysummary This review discusses the identification and characteristics of melanocyte stem cells, emphasizing their role in hair pigmentation, greying, and skin repigmentation, but reports no new research findings.
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