4 citations,
November 2022 in “Journal of biomedical materials research. Part B, Applied biomaterials” Human hair proteins, especially keratins, can protect cells from oxidative stress in lab settings.
August 2024 in “Nature Communications” Softer hydrogels help wounds heal better with less scarring.
November 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Skin cells and certain hair follicle areas produce hemoglobin, which may help protect against oxidative stress like UV damage.
3 citations,
July 2021 in “Life science alliance” PNKP is essential for keeping adult mouse progenitor cells healthy and growing normally.
Human hair keratins can self-assemble and support cell growth, useful for biomedical applications.