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March 2014 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Genetic mutation and carcinogen treatment are both needed for skin cancer to develop in these specific mice.
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June 2017 in “The FEBS journal” Disabling the FGF5 gene in sheep leads to longer wool.
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May 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” FFA patients have fewer melanocytes and thinner skin compared to others.
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June 2023 in “International journal of biological macromolecules” Human hair proteins can help blood clot when mixed in equal parts.
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May 2016 in “Experimental dermatology” FFA's causes may include environmental triggers and genetic factors.
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