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November 2006 in “Journal of immunological methods” The method can help diagnose and monitor diabetes by analyzing hair.
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July 2023 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” The hydrogel helps heal wounds and regrow hair by mimicking a baby's environment.
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Different androgen concentrations affect wool-related gene expression differently in Hetian and Karakul sheep breeds.
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