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Activin A and follistatin control when ear hair cells form in mice.
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June 2019 in “eLife” Activin A and follistatin control when hair cells develop in mouse ears.
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December 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The meeting highlighted the importance of genetic testing and multidisciplinary approaches in pediatric dermatology.
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May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some breast cancer patients developed permanent hair loss after chemotherapy and hormonal therapy, showing patterns similar to common baldness and alopecia areata.
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