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August 2020 in “Scientific reports” This study identified genes potentially involved in the development and differentiation of skin appendages in Atelerix albiventris, noting significant enrichment of immune-related genes in hair-type tissues.
May 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that hair-type tissues in hedgehogs show higher enrichment of immune-related genes compared to spine-type tissues, suggesting that spines evolved to protect against injuries and infections.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” This study observed that patients with type 2 diabetes and sensorineural hearing loss exhibited significantly higher levels of peripheral myelin protein 22, particularly in those with microangiopathies, suggesting demyelinating processes in the auditory system.
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January 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks” This narrative review discusses the structure and functions of the skin, focusing on its barrier role, self-repair, thermoregulation, and immune functions, and reports no new experimental results.
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September 2013