Effects of vitamin A deficiency on skin and hair growth in mice

The study investigates the impact of vitamin A deficiency on skin and hair growth in mice. The research, conducted by Lois A. Loewenthal at the Storrs Agricultural Experiment Station, University of Connecticut, found that a lack of vitamin A led to significant skin abnormalities and impaired hair growth. The findings suggest that vitamin A is crucial for maintaining healthy skin and normal hair growth in mice. This research contributes to the understanding of nutritional deficiencies and their effects on mammalian physiology.