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December 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” HB-EGF boosts the hair growth ability of stem cells, making it a potential hair loss treatment.
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August 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Leptin-deficient mice, used as a model for Type 2 Diabetes, have delayed wound healing due to impaired contraction and other dysfunctional cellular responses.
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March 2013 in “Expert Review of Anticancer Therapy” Afatinib often causes skin problems that need proactive management.
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