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October 2014 in “Development” Fz3 and Fz6 can partially replace each other in tissue polarity and axon guidance.
The research found that people's hair proteins vary, especially by ethnicity and body part, which could help identify individuals in forensic science.
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December 2016 in “PloS one” A specific protein in chicken embryos links early skin layers to feather development.
Hydrophobic modifications make human hair less affected by water.
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April 2000 in “Experimental Dermatology” A new gene mutation causes a rare type of hair loss.
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The research found that people's hair proteins vary by individual and body part, with some differences between ethnic groups, which could help in forensics.