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January 2009 in “The International Journal of Developmental Biology” Reptile scales help us understand the evolution of skin features like hair and feathers.
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January 1993 in “PubMed” Retinoic acid can change skin structures in vertebrates, like turning scales into feathers or hair buds into glands.
Retinoic acid can change skin development, like turning scales into feathers or forming glands.
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July 1994 in “Journal of Cell Science” Cross-linked proteins help maintain the structure of hair, feathers, and hagfish teeth.
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September 2008 in “Fertility and Sterility” Adult offspring of sperm donation generally feel positive about their conception and view the donor as their biological father.
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December 2018 in “Journal of Experimental Zoology Part B Molecular and Developmental Evolution” Corneous beta-proteins evolved uniquely in reptiles and birds, forming scales, claws, beaks, and feathers.
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October 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some skin medications can harm male fertility, but they don't seem to cause birth defects from father's exposure.
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September 1999 in “Journal of Synchrotron Radiation” Keratinous tissues have multiple structural layers, including ordered keratin and lipid granules.
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September 1957 in “Poultry Science” Adding copper helps turkey poults grow better when molybdenum is present.
The keratin-based cream effectively repaired and improved damaged hair.
Light tickling can be unpleasant and may feel worse for individuals with autism.
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November 2011 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” A new gene mutation may allow some piebaldism patients to regain skin color in white patches.
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December 2020 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Epidermal stem cells create and maintain skin structures like hair and nails through specific signaling pathways and vary by location and function.
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February 2023 in “iScience” Korean long-tailed chickens have unique genes valuable for ornamental breeding.
April 2025 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Hemp seed exosomes may help prevent hair loss caused by DHT.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Chemotherapy and radiation therapy cause skin and hair damage by altering gene expression and signaling pathways.
January 2013 in “Elsevier eBooks” The conclusion is that understanding how patterns form in biology is crucial for advancing research and medical science.
January 1980 in “AFA Watchbird” Spectral-analysis can help diagnose mineral imbalances in birds.
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May 1986 in “Archives of Dermatology” The condition is likely inherited in an autosomal-dominant pattern.
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August 2017 in “Genetic testing and molecular biomarkers” A new mutation in the FLCN gene linked to Birt-Hogg-Dube syndrome was found, suggesting people with certain lung collapse should be tested for this mutation and screened for kidney and colon cancer.
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April 2019 in “Circulation Research” William Harvey is recognized for discovering blood circulation and pioneering experimental medicine.
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January 2013 in “Dermatology” New genetic mutations causing hair loss were found in a Chinese family.
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October 2025 in “Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology” A JAK1 variant causes hair loss, skin issues, and thyroid disease, but treatment with a specific inhibitor can help.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” Homeopathy helped treat alopecia totalis by addressing emotional stress and immune support.
May 2024 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” The woman has a rare skin condition called follicular Dowling-Degos disease, which has limited treatment options.
November 2022 in “Brazilian journal of veterinary pathology” The Yorkshire terrier has a genetic hair loss condition not improved by treatment.
May 2018 in “European Journal of Dermatology” The first Japanese family with Marie Unna hereditary hypotrichosis showed hair condition improvement in a child and highlighted the risk of misdiagnosis.
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January 2002 in “Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin” A new method quickly extracts and identifies proteins from hair and other keratin sources.
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December 2004 in “Differentiation” Mouse amnion can turn into skin and hair follicles with help from certain cells and factors.