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    GlossarySOX9

    gene crucial for hair follicle development and maintenance

    SOX9 is a gene that plays a crucial role in the development and maintenance of various tissues, including hair follicles. It encodes a transcription factor that helps regulate the expression of other genes involved in cell differentiation and proliferation. In the context of hair biology, SOX9 is essential for the proper formation and cycling of hair follicles, and its dysfunction can contribute to conditions like alopecia.

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