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    Glossary Macrofibrils

    large structural components within hair fibers, enhancing strength and elasticity

    Macrofibrils are large, structural components found within hair fibers, composed of smaller units called microfibrils. These macrofibrils contribute to the strength and elasticity of hair, playing a crucial role in its overall integrity and resilience.

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    1. Organization of microfibrils in keratin fibers studied by X-ray scattering Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Protein Structure and Molecular Enzymology · 1998 · 63 citations
    2. Three-dimensional architecture of macrofibrils in the human scalp hair cortex Journal of Structural Biology · 2014 · 55 citations
    3. Nucleation and growth of macrofibrils in trichocyte (hard-α) keratins Journal of Structural Biology · 2003 · 24 citations
    4. Helical twist direction in the macrofibrils of keratin fibres is left handed Journal of Structural Biology · 2019 · 9 citations
    5. Macrofibril Formation Advances in experimental medicine and biology · 2018 · 6 citations
    6. Photoageing of Hair Fiber and Photoprotection Skin pharmacology and physiology · 2009 · 18 citations
    7. Characteristic microstructure of curved human hair International Journal of Cosmetic Science · 2010 · 4 citations
    8. [Contribution to hair medulla study (author's transl)]. PubMed · 1981 · 4 citations
    9. Characteristic Microstructure of Curved Human Hair 2009
    10. Multiscale modelling of human hair Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society A Mathematical Physical and Engineering Sciences · 2004 · 49 citations
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