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April 2024 in “Frontiers in endocrinology (Lausanne)” Melatonin improved secondary hair growth in goats but didn't affect primary hair density or litter size.
January 2022 in “Stem cell biology and regenerative medicine” New hair can grow at wound sites, which could help improve treatments for hair loss and wound healing.
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March 2019 in “Scientific Reports” The technique can isolate cells to help treat skin pigmentation issues.
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