THE HAIR CYCLE OF THE MOUSE AND ITS IMPORTANCE IN THE STUDY OF SEQUENCES OF EXPERIMENTAL CARCINOGENESIS
March 1951
in “
Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences
”
TLDR Understanding the mouse hair cycle is crucial for cancer research.
The study "The Hair Cycle of the Mouse and Its Importance in the Study of Sequences of Experimental Carcinogenesis" by S. Burt Wolbach, published in March 1951, explores the phases of the hair cycle in mice and their relevance to experimental cancer research. The research highlights the importance of understanding the hair growth cycle, including growth, rest, and shedding phases, to better interpret the effects of carcinogenic substances. The findings suggest that the hair cycle can significantly influence the outcomes of carcinogenesis experiments, making it a crucial factor in the design and analysis of such studies.
