March 2019 in “eCommons (Cornell University)” This report covers the diagnosis and treatment of equine pemphigus foliaceus presented by a case study of a Hackney pony mare, showing improvement with prednisolone treatment.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” PDE inhibitors, especially PDE4 inhibitors like apremilast, are effective for certain inflammatory skin conditions but have side effects and can be costly.
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February 2018 in “British Journal of Dermatology” In this study, researchers found that eccrine sweat glands in human scalp skin are morphologically integrated into the pilosebaceous unit, suggesting they form a common homeostatic tissue environment with adjacent structures.
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January 2021 in “Scientific Reports” This study identified key genes and signaling pathways involved in the growth phases of Pashmina goat hair follicles, highlighting the role of several gene families and transcription factors in fiber quality and growth regulation.
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December 2017 in “Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine” This study proposes that seasonal alopecia and reproductive changes in six female fossas at the San Diego Zoo may be linked to hormonal changes associated with reproductive activity.
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February 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that Peperomia pellucida extract may promote hair growth, improve male libido and fertility, and support renal cell health.
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April 2018 in “Canadian Journal of Animal Science” This study found that LEF-1 expression influences dermal papilla cells' proliferation through Wnt signaling, impacting the potential for cashmere yield improvement.
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July 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that Ashwagandha-derived nanovesicles increased cell proliferation, angiogenesis, and growth factor expression in vitro, suggesting they may have potential as a plant-based alternative or complement to current therapies for hair and skin conditions.
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August 2022 in “Archives animal breeding/Archiv für Tierzucht” This study found that specific genetic variants of the KAP22-1 gene in Egyptian sheep breeds were significantly associated with wool traits like crimp, staple length, kemp score, and greasy color grade, suggesting their potential use in breeding programs.
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January 2014 in “The Scientific World JOURNAL” This study found that the water extract of Eclipta prostrata L. may protect skin cells against UVB-induced damage, likely due to its antioxidant properties and absorption of UVA and UVB radiation.
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April 1965 in “General and Comparative Endocrinology” This study found that the pituitary gland is crucial for normal pelage color cycles in weasels, with certain hormones influencing regrowth of pigmented or white hair after molting.
February 2026 in “Optics” This study demonstrates that polarized second harmonic generation imaging effectively monitors wool fiber stretching, revealing significant structural changes in keratin alignment that improve textile performance.
September 2019 in “Mağallaẗ al-ʿulūm al-ṭabīʿiyyaẗ wa-al-ḥayātiyyaẗ wa-al-taṭbīqiyyaẗ” This study found that camel hair from Afif has suitable physical and chemical properties for textile production and its characteristics can be enhanced with chemical additives like acetic acid.
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June 1992 in “Veterinary Dermatology” This case report describes an 8-year-old German shepherd dog with pemphigus vulgaris whose symptoms were not adequately controlled by immunosuppressive therapy, but showed transient remission with heparin alone or combined with prednisolone.
This study found that protein hydrolysates from mealworms, especially those derived using flavourzyme, significantly enhance adipogenic differentiation in 3T3-L1 preadipocytes, suggesting their potential as sustainable ingredients for glycemic control, skin health, and tissue regeneration products.
February 2022 in “World Journal Of Advanced Research and Reviews” This study found that Peperomia pellucida plant extract may benefit hair growth, male libido, male fertility, and renal cell recovery.
August 2025 in “Applied Sciences” This study found that peroxide-rich plasma-activated water caused minimal morphological damage to hair, while nitrate-rich plasma-activated water induced significant damage, especially in porous hair types.
April 2013 in “The FASEB journal” This study observed that Platycarya strobilacea S. et Z. extract enhanced hair growth and improved hair follicle length and immune response in mice compared to control groups.
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May 2008 in “Applied surface science” This study investigates calcium and phosphorus accumulations in the hair of mummies from the Taklamakan desert and debates their exogenous or endogenous origin.
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September 2014 in “SpringerPlus” This study found that sheep possess a polymorphic KAP8-2 gene that shares high sequence identity with the KAP8-2 gene in goats and reindeer.
February 2026 in “Pakistan Veterinary Journal” In this study of White cashmere goat ewes and their offspring in Tibet, selenium and vitamin E supplementation improved antioxidant capacity and serum biochemical indices and enhanced secondary hair follicle development in lambs, but did not significantly alter fecal microbiota composition.
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March 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This article describes a case of hypertrichosis potentially induced by using efalizumab but provides no new clinical study results.
October 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” In this study, researchers analyzed the skin proteome of Alpine Merino sheep to identify proteins and pathways related to wool fiber diameter, finding that cyclic adenosine monophosphate and certain signaling pathways may play a role in this trait.
January 2020 in “University of the Western Cape Electronic Theses and Dissertations Repository (University of the Western Cape)” This study explored dietary supplement use in Gaborone, Botswana's fitness community, finding widespread use especially among educated young adults and limited awareness of potential side effects.
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March 2023 in “Heliyon” This study found that water-soluble beehive extract exhibited anxiolytic, antidepressant, and anti-inflammatory effects in animal models.
December 2024 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” This review highlights the potential benefits of Sowbhagya Chundi Legiyam, a Siddha herbal formulation containing Zingiber officinale, for supporting women's health during the puerperal period, suggesting it may strengthen the uterus and prevent diseases due to improper postnatal care.
April 2024 in “Journal of applied cosmetology” This study found that while hyaluronic acid fillers can enhance facial balance and aesthetics, particularly in the temple area, they carry significant risks like vascular occlusion and blindness, highlighting the need for careful technique and product selection to ensure safety.
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January 2023 in “Biosensors” This review discusses recent progress in PENG-based sensors for non-invasive medical diagnosis and treatment but reports no new experimental results.
This study found that plasma-activated water significantly improved wound healing in diabetic rats compared to both atmospheric pressure cold plasma and conventional dressings.
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December 1978 in “Australian Journal of Biological Sciences” This study found that flumethasone administration in Merino wethers led to variations in wool shedding and initial reductions in wool growth, with full recovery generally observed within 60 days post-treatment.