Adipose and Hair Function: An Apparent Connection

    February 2018 in “ Journal of Investigative Dermatology ”
    Nasif Islam, Luis A. Garza
    Studysummary This study investigates the role of peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma in hair follicle morphogenesis using a novel mouse model but reports no new results, highlighting the need for further research on its function during the hair cycle.
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