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January 2002 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Epidermal stem cells don't use gap junctions to communicate.
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June 2015 in “EMBO Reports” Forensic DNA phenotyping can help generate new leads in cold cases but faces accuracy, legal, and acceptance challenges.
May 2024 in “Indian journal of animal sciences/Indian Journal of Animal Sciences” The Janwal Pashmi dog is a medium-sized, mostly black breed with specific body measurements, and adult males are generally larger than females.
December 2022 in “Animal Biotechnology” The Orenburg goat breed has unique genetics that require more detailed research and careful breeding.
June 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The gene Tfap2b is essential for creating a type of stem cell in zebrafish that can become different pigment cells.
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January 2023 in “Frontiers in genetics” Certain genetic markers linked to wool quality in Rambouillet sheep were identified, which can guide better breeding choices.
October 2023 in “Cell & bioscience” A special gene region controls the re-emergence of a primitive wool type in Merino sheep, improving their wool yield and adaptability.
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July 2009 in “Journal of human genetics” A gene variation is linked to hair thickness in Asians.
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November 2015 in “Trends in biotechnology” Gene regulation could revolutionize hair color by altering pigmentation from within.
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March 2019 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair transplantation can help transgender patients affirm their gender identity.
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January 2007 in “Current problems in dermatology” Environmental and cosmetic factors, including heat, chemicals, and sun exposure, can cause hair loss and damage.
May 2012 in “Nature Genetics” Blond hair in Solomon Islanders is due to a unique genetic variant, not European ancestry.
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August 2008 in “Human genetics” The EDAR gene greatly affects hair thickness in Asian populations.
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January 2009 in “International journal of trichology” Hair grays due to oxidative stress and fewer functioning melanocytes.
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January 2005 in “Dermatology” Hair problems can be caused by genetics or the environment, and treatment should focus on the cause and reducing hair damage.
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March 2007 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Dutasteride helps slow hair loss and boosts hair growth.
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October 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Mice are useful for researching human hair loss and testing treatments, despite some differences between species.
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March 2012 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Hair transplant surgery can rebuild muscle and nerve connections, allowing transplanted hairs to stand up like normal hairs.
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June 1999 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Hair restoration surgery can effectively increase pubic hair density, with patient satisfaction and natural results largely depending on the chosen hair pattern and graft design.
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August 2018 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Chemical hair straightening improves smoothness and shine but may cause side effects, suggesting a need for safer methods.
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October 2011 in “Small ruminant research” Goat hair growth and follicle activity change with the seasons and differ between males and females.
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January 2010 in “The anatomical record” Most dogs have hair whorls on their chest and limbs, with shelter dogs and short-haired dogs having more chest whorls.
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June 2006 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that hair loss is complex, affects many people, has limited treatments, and requires more research on its causes and psychological impact.
December 2024 in “Biomedical & Pharmacology Journal” Hair Tonic A, with white tea extract, is better for improving hair health.
December 2024 in “Frontiers in Veterinary Science” Dorper sheep's wool shedding is linked to specific genes and pathways, which may help understand human hair growth.
Good nutrition may help prevent premature hair graying.
January 2016 in “Human & Experimental Toxicology” A specific DNA sequence caused hair loss in male mice by activating immune cells and increasing a certain immune signal.