February 2026 in “Small Ruminant Research” This study found that specific genetic variations in the IRF2BP2 gene influence fleece structure in sheep, with one variant completely determining coat type and another significantly modifying fiber characteristics, providing valuable insights for improving fleece quality through selective breeding.
January 2026 in “Medico Research Chronicles” This case report from Dr Batra’s® Homeopathy Clinic highlights successful management of long-standing androgenetic alopecia in a young adult female through individualized classical homeopathic treatment, resulting in marked clinical improvement and sustained remission after previous treatments were inadequate.
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August 2025 in “Genes” This study identified genetic variations that could serve as candidate markers for improving body conformation traits in Kazakh fat-tailed coarse-wool sheep through marker-assisted selection.
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January 2023 in “Frontiers in genetics” This study identified specific genetic markers related to wool quality in Rambouillet sheep, which may aid breeders in making informed selection and breeding decisions for improved fine wool production.
13 citations
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October 2019 in “Journal of Integrative Agriculture” This study found that certain FZD3 gene variants were significantly associated with wool traits in Chinese Merino sheep, suggesting potential as genetic markers for breeding.
13 citations
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July 2024 in “BMC Genomics” In this study, researchers found that single SNPs have a small genetic effect on phenotypes in Inner Mongolia cashmere goats, and constructing haplotypes from associated SNPs may uncover complex variations in cashmere traits, aiding genomics and breeding efforts.
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October 2023 in “Animals” This study explored the genetic basis of fiber diameter in alpacas, identifying candidate genomic regions including four significant areas on VPA6, VPA9, VPA29, and an unassigned scaffold, using whole genome association analysis and a custom SNP microarray.
38 citations
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March 2020 in “Current Hypertension Reports” This review discusses how various reproductive factors are linked to increased risks of hypertension and cardiovascular disease, noting associations with impaired fetal growth, male hypogonadism, and effects of contraceptive use, but reports no new results.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Zoology and Applied Biosciences” In this review, recent innovations in hair transplantation, such as AI-assisted graft selection, robotic systems, stem cell therapy, and advanced drug delivery techniques, are reported to enhance hair density and thickness for more natural results and higher patient satisfaction by addressing limitations of traditional methods.
November 2013 in “John Wiley & Sons, Ltd eBooks” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of male and female gonadal disorders is crucial for effective treatment and better patient outcomes.
110 citations
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October 2019 in “Translational Andrology and Urology” This review discusses current and emerging treatments for benign prostatic hyperplasia and emphasizes the need for further research to optimize treatment selection, but reports no new clinical results.
December 2012 in “Drugs & Therapy Perspectives” Doctors use their experience to choose treatments for scarring hair loss because it's hard to diagnose and treat.
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January 2016 in “Genetics and molecular research” In this study, a specific SNP in the A2M gene of Murrah buffaloes was significantly associated with increased fat production and higher fat and protein percentages in milk.
47 citations
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August 2014 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This study suggests that variations in PCOS phenotypes observed across different ethnic groups may be due to a genetic gradient resulting from historical human migrations and genetic drift.
November 2023 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” This article reviews advances in hair restoration techniques, highlighting the rise of follicular unit excision (FUE) as the dominant method over strip harvesting but also noting concerns about untrained practitioners and resulting complications.
45 citations
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May 2022 in “Biomedicines” This review discusses using human follicular fluid in metabolomic analysis as a diagnostic tool and predictor of success in assisted reproductive technology for PCOS patients, reporting no new results.
1 citations
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July 2019 in “Small ruminant research” This study suggests that the NGF/TrkA/CREB system plays a crucial role in promoting outer root sheath cell proliferation in cashmere goats, which may aid in marker-assisted breeding.
1 citations
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September 2023 in “Animals” This study found that genetic variants in the goat KRTAP22-2 gene are associated with the mean fiber diameter of cashmere in Longdong Cashmere goats, suggesting these variants could serve as molecular markers for improving cashmere traits.
February 2025 in “Archives animal breeding/Archiv für Tierzucht” This study found that certain gene polymorphisms in keratin 27 and ELOVL4 are linked to improved cashmere fineness and production traits in Liaoning cashmere goats.
2 citations
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March 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This review discusses existing forensic DNA phenotyping panels for biogeographical ancestry and externally visible characteristics and highlights major technical limitations, including terminology issues, genetic knowledge gaps, and technological debates; it reports no new results.
9 citations
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June 2024 in “Genes” This study examined the Spanish Merino breed's wool quality, identifying 74 genetic variants linked to key wool traits like fiber diameter and staple length, which could help restore the breed's potential for producing high-quality wool.
11 citations
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January 2025 in “Marine Drugs” This review highlights the need for standardized reporting on fucoidan extract properties to better understand the relationships between chemical structures and bioactivities, and to improve the quality and utility of fucoidan-related data.
4 citations
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March 2024 in “Forensic Sciences Research” This review found that current forensic DNA phenotyping panels for biogeographical ancestry and visible traits face significant limitations due to inconsistencies in terminology, genetic understanding, and genotyping technologies, highlighting the need for harmonization and further research.
May 2026 in “Organoid Research” This review highlights recent advancements in the engineering of skin organoids using hydrogels, which improve their structural and functional fidelity by supporting the architecture and integration of vascular and neural components, promising to enhance regenerative medicine, drug discovery, and complex skin disorder studies.
30 citations
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June 2017 in “Talanta” This review discusses the critical parameters for MALDI IMS sample preparation in skin analysis and highlights its applications in wound healing, neoplasia, and infection research, but reports no new clinical results.
9 citations
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July 2014 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The authors find the endoscopic forehead midface lift to be a reliable and safe method for facial rejuvenation.
June 1999 in “Proceedings of SPIE” The study suggests that CO₂ laser creates hair transplant channels with significantly less lateral thermal damage than Ho:YAG laser in the human scalp.
29 citations
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March 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study developed a prototype device that suggests potential for diagnosing changes in hair quantity, diameter, and density, though formal clinical studies are needed to confirm these findings.
2 citations
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July 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study suggests that a prototype device may accurately measure hair quantity, diameter, and density in balding patients, potentially aiding in diagnostic assessments, though formal clinical studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness.
11 citations
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December 1987 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” This article discusses the role of suction-assisted lipectomy (SAL) and the hCG method in obesity management, highlighting the speculative benefits of hCG but reporting no new clinical findings.