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    GlossaryMelanocyte Stem Cells

    specialized cells that develop into pigment-producing melanocytes

    Melanocyte stem cells are specialized cells found in the hair follicles and skin that have the ability to develop into melanocytes, which are the cells responsible for producing melanin, the pigment that gives color to hair, skin, and eyes. These stem cells play a crucial role in the regeneration of melanocytes, helping to maintain pigmentation and potentially offering insights into treatments for conditions like vitiligo and age-related graying of hair.

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