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September 2022 in “Frontiers in genetics” Different proteins are linked to the varying thickness of sheep and goat hair types.
February 2026 in “Optics” Stretching wool changes its structure and improves fiber alignment.
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October 2024 in “Animals” Crimped wool has proteins linked to crimp formation, while straight wool has proteins linked to fiber fineness, which can improve wool quality and value.
A natural, eco-friendly treatment using casein and tannic acid strengthens hair by 21% while keeping it elastic.
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April 2008 in “Acta materialia” Different ethnicities and treatments affect human hair strength and structure.
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May 2016 in “International journal of biological macromolecules” Keratin's mechanical properties are influenced by hydrogen bonds and secondary structure, and can be improved with the SPD-2 peptide.
Stiffness gradients in alginate gels can guide cancer cell invasion and study cellular behaviors.
June 2023 in “Medeniyet medical journal” People with alopecia areata have similar retinal structures but thicker choroidal regions compared to those without the condition.
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November 2015 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Oxidative stress damages hair and contributes to aging, and managing it can help maintain hair health.
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April 2019 in “Genes” lncRNA XLOC_008679 and gene KRT35 affect cashmere fineness in goats.
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July 2018 in “ACS biomaterials science & engineering” Bleaching and combing damage hair's surface and mechanical properties.
NaOH treatment improves hair strength and suitability for textiles.
November 2025 in “Saudi Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences” Mango pectin and coconut oil gels may help treat traction alopecia.
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January 2021 in “SN Applied Sciences” Alginate is great for tissue engineering because it's safe, easy to use, and helps heal tissues.
March 2024 in “International journal of pharmaceutical sciences and drug research” Androgenetic alopecia is influenced by various factors and can be treated with medications, procedures, and non-drug methods.
January 2017 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology” Cosmetic procedures can harm hair, but damage can be minimized with knowledge and care; however, once hair is damaged, it cannot be reliably repaired.
May 2024 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Disulfide bonds are crucial for hair's strength, especially when wet.
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January 2013 in “PubMed” Permanent wave treatment with thioglycolic acid changes hair structure by altering disulfide bonds.
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January 1983 in “Elsevier eBooks” Hair grows from living roots, is made of dead keratin, and goes through growth, rest, and shedding stages.
March 2026 in “Journal of the mechanical behavior of biomedical materials/Journal of mechanical behavior of biomedical materials” Hair cuticles remain stable and resilient under stress due to strong protein content and crosslinking.
January 2024 in “Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Relaxing certain muscles might straighten curly hair.
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February 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Older mice have stiffer skin with less elasticity due to changes in collagen and skin structure, affecting aging and hair loss.
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October 2023 in “Polymers” Electrospun nanofibers are promising for medical, sensing, and energy uses, especially with 3D printing.
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February 2022 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Lipids are crucial for healthy hair, protecting it from damage and breakage.
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January 1986 in “PubMed” The boy's symptoms suggest a possible new medical condition.
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July 2015 in “PLoS ONE” The study revealed the detailed structure of a keratin dimer, aiding understanding of how intermediate filament proteins function.
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July 2025 in “Gels” Engineered protein hydrogels improve medical treatments by mimicking natural body structures.
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July 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Lip aging differs from facial aging, needing specific care for barrier, wrinkles, and pigment changes.
March 2026 in “IntechOpen eBooks” The laser system can safely improve recovery and quality of life for cervical cancer patients after surgery.
February 2022 in “Fibers” Scientists created a non-toxic, sugar-based hair product that can style hair without damage.