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June 2010 in “Molecular & cellular proteomics” Pectin biosynthesis is essential for the growth of cotton fibers and Arabidopsis root hairs.
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March 2004 in “Gynecologic oncology” Taking selenium supplements during chemotherapy may help reduce side effects and improve health markers in ovarian cancer patients.
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October 2012 in “PLoS ONE” Reduced cytokinin levels help plants adapt to low potassium by increasing root hair growth and potassium uptake.
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April 2013 in “Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology” Mannosylerythritol lipids are good for skin and hair care products.
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April 2010 in “FEBS Letters” The study concludes that the EDA2R gene is activated by p53 during chemotherapy but is not necessary for chemotherapy-induced hair loss.
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November 2016 in “Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Education and Research” Hibiscus rosa-sinensis leaf extract is safe, has strong antioxidants, and effectively heals wounds.
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January 2008 in “Physiological Research” Steroid sulfatase is important for activating hormones that affect memory, brain function, and certain diseases, and could be a target for treating hormone-related disorders.
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April 2013 in “PLOS ONE” Mice with autoimmune hair loss showed signs of heart problems.
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June 1995 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Women experience various skin issues at different life stages, requiring careful treatment and awareness.
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May 2021 in “Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science” Transferosomes effectively deliver drugs through the skin, improving treatment for skin disorders.
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November 2018 in “Genetics in medicine” Lack of cystatin M/E causes thin hair and dry skin.
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June 2020 in “Animal genetics” Scientists found genes linked to hair length in Brangus cattle that could help breed heat-tolerant cattle.