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August 2014 in “Journal of molecular structure” Chemical treatments on bleached black hair change its internal structure by breaking and reforming bonds, and treatments with hydrolyzed eggwhite protein help repair it.
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August 2024 in “The Journal of Cell Biology” Actin filaments help stabilize and reshape cell membranes.
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July 2021 in “UNC Libraries” Mutations at Val-889 and Arg-752 disrupt key interactions in androgen receptor dimerization.
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August 2005 in “Anatomy and Embryology” Rat skin has a linear system of nerve fibers linked to hair follicles and muscles.
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January 2014 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Krtap11-1 is important for hair strength and structure.
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