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April 2021 in “FEBS open bio” Human hair keratins K85 and K35 create unique filament patterns important for early hair formation.
21 citations,
April 1990 in “Journal of comparative neurology” The study found that nerve signals are stronger when there are more connection points, but not necessarily denser, along the nerve's path in the spine.
November 2023 in “Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal” A single robotic system can accurately harvest and implant hair grafts, showing promise for real-world use.
April 2024 in “Materials today bio” The CuCS/Cur wound dressing helps regenerate nerves and heal deep skin burns by rebuilding hair follicles.
11 citations,
August 2018 in “Asian-Australasian journal of animal sciences” Short daily photoperiods improve cashmere production in Inner Mongolia white cashmere goats.
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December 1991 in “Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences” Hair growth can be induced by certain cells found at the base of hair follicles, and these cells may also influence hair development and regeneration.
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January 2009 in “Textile Research Journal” Researchers developed a new method to identify animal hair in textiles, which is effective for various fibers and more reliable than previous methods.
February 2019 in “PubMed” Gray hair affects hair's movement and appearance, making it less bouncy and more wavy.
6 citations,
October 2018 in “Endocrinology” Prenatally androgenized ewes can model increased hair diameter in women with PCOS.
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December 2009 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Dermal cells are key in controlling hair growth and could potentially be used in hair loss treatments, but more research is needed to improve hair regeneration methods.
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July 2016 in “PubMed” Biofibre hair implants are safe, well-tolerated, and provide immediate cosmetic improvement for hair loss.
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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.
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December 1996 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Human hair follicles can regenerate after removal, but with low success rate.
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April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Nd:YAG laser can reduce hair with multiple treatments, but permanent removal isn't guaranteed.
Hair properties change under electromagnetic fields and are influenced by individual characteristics and the environment.
29 citations,
February 2013 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America” Loss of Fz6 disrupts hair follicle and associated structures' orientation.
27 citations,
November 2005 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Choosing hair follicles at the same growth stage leads to more consistent hair growth experiments.
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October 2015 in “Photochemistry and photobiology” Reducing copper (II) ion levels in hair can decrease hair damage.
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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.
April 2024 in “Journal of wildlife diseases” Muskox hair growth rates vary widely, so a single growth rate can't be used for all populations.
Eating flaxseed made rabbit hair longer and thicker and improved their weight and blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
October 2004 in “Radiotherapy and oncology” Active vitamin D3 might protect hair follicles from radiation damage.
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July 2009 in “Experimental Dermatology” The document concludes that specific cells are essential for hair growth and more research is needed to understand how to maintain their hair-inducing properties.
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July 2015 in “Journal of Molecular Biology” The document concludes that for hair and feather growth, it's better to target the environment around stem cells than the cells themselves.
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March 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Improving the environment and cell interactions is key for creating human hair in the lab.
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January 2003 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Effective management of children's hair loss involves accurate diagnosis, various treatments, and supportive care.
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September 2011 in “Tissue Engineering Part B-reviews” Hair follicle regeneration in skin grafts may be possible using stem cells and tissue engineering.
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October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Autoimmune diseases can cause hair loss, and early treatment is important to prevent permanent damage.
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October 2010 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Hair follicle stem cells are a practical and ethical option for nerve repair in regenerative medicine.
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April 2020 in “Cells” DNA methylation and long non-coding RNAs are key in controlling hair growth in Cashmere goats.