research Science and Technology of Hair Fibers
The document concludes that understanding hair's composition and the effects of treatments can lead to better hair care products.
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research Electrospun fibrous sponge via short fiber for mimicking 3D ECM
The 3D electrospun fibrous sponge is promising for tissue repair and healing diabetic wounds.
research Understanding Curly Hair Mechanics: Fiber Strength
Curly hair is mechanically different from straight hair and may need new testing methods.
research Fundamental hair follicle biology and fine fibre production in animals
Hair follicle growth and fiber production in animals are influenced by chemical signals, proteins, pigmentation, genetics, and nutrients.
research Integration Analysis of Hair Follicle Transcriptome and Proteome Reveals the Mechanisms Regulating Wool Fiber Diameter in Angora Rabbits
The research identified key proteins that affect wool fiber thickness in Angora rabbits.
research Deciphering the cellular landscape and genetic underpinnings of fiber diameter determined by dermal papilla cells in fine-wool sheep
Dermal papilla cells are key to fine wool growth in sheep.
research De novo formation and ultra-structural characterization of a fiber-producing human hair follicle equivalent in vitro
Scientists recreated human hair follicles in the lab that can grow hair.
research Influence of Pigmentation on the Codeine Content of Hair Fibers in Guinea Pigs
Darker hair in guinea pigs holds more codeine than lighter hair.
research Effect of Human Hair Fibers on the Performance of Concrete Incorporating High Dosage of Silica Fume
research Identification of potential key genes and pathways associated with the Pashmina fiber initiation using RNA-Seq and integrated bioinformatics analysis
Key genes and pathways, including Wnt, NF-Kappa, and JAK-STAT, are crucial for starting Pashmina fiber growth in goats.
research Follicular dermal papilla structures by organization of epithelial and mesenchymal cells in interfacial polyelectrolyte complex fibers
Scientists created 3D hair-like structures that could help study hair growth and test treatments.
research The Development of Squid Ink Melanin Nanoparticles as a Multifunctional Colorant Anchored on Hair Fibers: Preparation, Physicochemical Characterization and Dyeing Performance
Squid ink melanin nanoparticles create a safe, long-lasting black hair dye that protects hair and offers UV protection.
research Malate-based polyester chemically shielded metal-phenolic networks coated artificial hair fibers with long-lasting antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory performance
research An overview of chemical straightening of human hair: technical aspects, potential risks to hair fibre and health and legal issues
Chemical hair straightening can damage hair and health, needing safer alternatives and stricter regulations.
research The susceptibility of disulfide bonds to modification in keratin fibers undergoing tensile stress
Disulfide bonds in keratin fibers break more easily under stress, especially when wet, affecting fiber strength.
research Lipid loses and barrier function modifications of the brown‐to‐white hair transition
White hair has less lipid content and absorbs water differently than brown hair.
research Hair-on-hair static friction coefficient can be determined by tying a knot
Tying a knot can measure hair friction, useful for medical applications.
research Microencapsulated human hair dermal papilla cells: a substitute for dermal papilla?
Encapsulated human hair cells can substitute for natural hair cells to grow hair.
research Fine structure and immunocytochemistry of monotreme hairs, with emphasis on the inner root sheath and trichohyalin‐based cornification during hair evolution
Monotreme hair structure and protein distribution are similar to other mammals, but their inner root sheath cornifies differently, suggesting a unique evolution from reptile skin.
research Dose-Dependent Histopathological and Structural Impact of Chemical Hair-Straighteners on Scalp Epithelium and Hair-Fibres Using Albino Wistar Rats
Chemical hair straighteners can severely damage hair and scalp with repeated use.
research Effects of photoperiod on nutrient digestibility, hair follicle activity and cashmere quality in Inner Mongolia white cashmere goats
Short daily photoperiods improve cashmere production in Inner Mongolia white cashmere goats.
research IRF2BP2 genes provide new insights into coat type and fiber composition variation in sheep
The IRF2BP2 gene affects sheep fleece quality by influencing fiber traits.
research Morphology Analysis of Hair Photoinduced and Chemical Damaged After Treatment with Sappan Wood (Caesalpinia sappan L.) Hair Tonic using SEM
Sappan wood hair tonic helps protect and repair damaged hair.
research Reimagining Hair Science: A New Approach to Classify Curly Hair Phenotypes via New Quantitative Geometrical & Structural Mechanical Parameters
A new system for classifying curly hair types using precise measurements can improve hair care products and cultural inclusion.
research Morphology and ultrastructure of antler velvet hair and body hair from red deer (Cervus elaphus)
Antler velvet hair and body hair of red deer have different structures that help with protection and insulation.
research Hair Keratin Associated Proteins: Characterization of a Second High Sulfur KAP Gene Domain on Human Chromosome 2111In fond memory of Dr Peter Steinert.
A second domain of high sulfur KAP genes on chromosome 21q23 is crucial for hair structure.
research Culture of the human pilosebaceous unit, hair follicle and sebaceous gland
The article concludes that developing in vitro models for human hair structures is important for research and reducing animal testing, but there are challenges like obtaining suitable samples and the models' limitations.
research NF-κB Participates in Mouse Hair Cycle Control and Plays Distinct Roles in the Various Pelage Hair Follicle Types
NF-κB is crucial for different stages and types of hair growth in mice.
research Regeneration of Hair Follicles Is Modulated by Flightless I (Flii) in a Rodent Vibrissa Model
Flightless I protein affects hair growth, with low levels delaying it and high levels increasing hair length in rodents.
research Biology of Human Hair: Know Your Hair to Control It
Understanding hair biology is key to developing better treatments for hair and scalp issues.