September 2023 in “Animals” Genes linked to wool fineness in sheep have been identified.
5 citations
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January 2023 in “Nature cell biology” A specific signal from hair cells controls the tightening of the surrounding muscle, which is necessary for hair shedding.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “Frontiers in genetics” Certain genetic markers linked to wool quality in Rambouillet sheep were identified, which can guide better breeding choices.
19 citations
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January 2023 in “Genes” Certain genes influence wool, growth, and reproduction traits in Uruguayan Merino sheep.
25 citations
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July 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” Cholesterol balance is important for hair health, and problems with it can lead to hair loss conditions.
64 citations
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January 2015 in “BioMed Research International” Certain growth factors can promote hair growth in mice by activating hair growth-related proteins.
95 citations
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March 2009 in “Differentiation” Gene expression in wool follicles changes with growth cycles, offering insights into wool and human hair growth.
11 citations
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August 2006 in “Cell Biology International” Endothelin-1 helps amelanotic melanocytes stick and move better on certain proteins.
58 citations
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June 1987 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” EGF and FGF boost hair cell growth, hydrocortisone slows it, and minoxidil doesn't affect it.