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1 citations,
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February 2023 in “Cell” Fingerprints form uniquely before birth due to specific genetic pathways and local signals.
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July 2013 in “Hair transplant forum international” Advancements in hair follicle culture have led to better understanding and potential treatments for hair loss.
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April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” BMP signaling is important for skin color, affecting melanin production, pigment spread, and cell movement.
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April 2011 in “International Journal of Radiation Biology” Radiation significantly slows down wound healing in mice.
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September 2023 in “Nature Communications” Rare genetic variants in five specific genes are linked to male-pattern hair loss but only account for a small part of the risk.
August 2024 in “Applied Sciences” Plant extracts may help prevent or reverse hair graying.
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January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair color is not a risk factor for developing alopecia areata.