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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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July 2003 in “ACM Transactions on Graphics” Researchers developed a new model for more realistic computer graphics rendering of hair by considering how light scatters on hair fibers.
Researchers developed a new model for more realistic computer graphics of hair by considering how light scatters on hair fibers.
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Better models and evaluation methods for alopecia areata are needed.
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Selenium can be toxic to animals, causing serious health issues, especially in horses.
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Eating more protein during weight loss can prevent hair loss caused by not having enough protein.
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August 1980 in “Circulation” Minoxidil may cause heart issues in animals and humans.
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