Knocking out the FGF5 gene in sheep increased wool production and hair-follicle density.
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Introducing the OTC gene improved symptoms in mice with OTC deficiency.
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January 2007 in “Chinese Journal of Pharmaceuticals” The study successfully identified the structure of finasteride.
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August 2002 in “Analytical Sciences” The document concludes that a compound with potential for treating prostate cancer and hair loss was successfully made and its detailed structure was confirmed.
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November 2018 in “American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A” ODC1 gene mutations cause a neurodevelopmental disorder with large head size, hair loss, and facial abnormalities.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Desmoglein 3 organization in cell connections changes without calcium, affecting cell adhesion.