17 citations
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May 1969 in “American Journal of Physical Anthropology” The silver marmoset's skin is thin, lacks pigment cells, and has unique features like keratinized spines and specialized glands.
July 2024 in “Journal of Bioscience and Bioengineering” Different conditions affect how easily hair bacteria can be isolated.
13 citations
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February 2019 in “Zoology” Lustre mutant sheep have normal hair structure and proteins but differ in felting properties.
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January 2017 in “International Journal of Trichology” The study suggests that mast cells might be involved in the hair loss condition telogen effluvium and could be a target for treatment.
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September 1966 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 24 citations
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December 1990 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Tight hairstyles like ponytails may cause hair casts by affecting scalp circulation and causing inflammation.
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August 2015 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Ovine hair follicle stem cells can regenerate haired skin and may improve wool production.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Halo Scalp Ring is a rare newborn hair loss that can be missed, and early diagnosis can avoid extra tests and worry for parents.
Genetic factors might cause fibrosing alopecia linked to hair shaft abnormalities.
April 2022 in “Microbiology and Immunology” A specific DNA pattern in Malassezia restricta may be linked to hair loss in men.
4 citations
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March 2016 in “Small ruminant research” Vicuña wool's quality is due to a high density of fine secondary hair follicles, and their skin glands may be used for communication.
Recognizing bamboo hair helps diagnose Netherton’s syndrome.
Pangolin scales evolved for protection, hardening with age, due to keratin gene diversification.
17 citations
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January 2023 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” The sponges effectively prevent dry socket by stopping bleeding and killing bacteria after tooth extraction.
April 2026 in “BMC Genomics” Hair type differences in cashmere goats are linked to keratin and cytoskeletal organization.
20 citations
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September 2004 in “Journal of Anatomy” The inner root sheath evolved to help hair grow safely through the skin in mammals.
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July 2023 in “Cureus” A rare hair disorder with multiple hairs from one follicle was found on a patient's abdomen.
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December 2020 in “Scientific reports” Selective breeding caused the unique curly hair in Mangalitza pigs.
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December 1965 in “PubMed” 9 citations
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August 2005 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Scalp dermal papilla and fibrous sheath cells have different MMP expression than scalp dermal fibroblasts.
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January 1999 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” Bioré Pore Perfect strips effectively and safely clean pores on the nose.
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June 2023 in “Plants” Sugars from Sargassum and brown algae may have health benefits like fighting viruses and helping with wound healing, but there are challenges in using them.
March 2024 in “Journal of functional foods” Collagen peptides from marine and bovine sources may help prevent hair loss by affecting hair follicle stem cells differently.
May 2017 in “Journal of microscopy and ultrastructure” Water quality affects mineral content in hair, and coconut oil can protect against damage.
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January 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Scalp basal cell carcinoma may be more aggressive and harder to treat than other types, requiring special attention and further research.
14 citations
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December 2019 in “International Journal of Phytocosmetics and Natural Ingredients” The conditioner with Spirulina and Ascophyllum extracts made hair shinier and easier to comb.
June 2024 in “British Journal of Dermatology” There are unequal access to wigs for alopecia patients in the UK, needing policy changes for fairness.
January 2004 in “Elektronische Hochschulschriften der LMU München (Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München)” Severe diarrhea in young calves may cause hair loss.
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August 2018 in “BMC genomics” DNA methylation changes are linked to hair growth cycles in goats.
A white-tailed deer fawn in South Dakota was the first cervid found with congenital hypotrichosis, a condition causing sparse or missing hair.