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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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Acidic sandy clay damages archaeological hair the most, while dry conditions preserve but make it brittle; silicone oil can help keep the hair flexible.
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Integrin alphavbeta6 is important for wound healing and hair growth, and blocking it may improve these processes.
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