127 citations,
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7 citations,
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2 citations,
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55 citations,
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45 citations,
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41 citations,
July 2012 in “Stem Cells and Development” Low-dose UVB light improves hair growth effects of certain stem cells by increasing reactive oxygen species.
36 citations,
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15 citations,
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7 citations,
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5 citations,
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2 citations,
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1 citations,
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1 citations,
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