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January 2023 in “Biofabrication” A new method efficiently creates cell spheres that help regenerate hair.
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July 2018 in “International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences” Platelet rich plasma was slightly more effective than no treatment for hair loss in alopecia areata patients.