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January 2026 in “Communications Biology” Yak hair follicles adapt to cold through specific gene regulation, enhancing cell growth.
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January 2025 in “Scholarly Commons (University of Pennsylvania)” UTX is important for skin health and its loss can lead to skin issues, especially in females.
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March 2021 in “Cell stem cell” Skin cell behavior is influenced by the tightness of nearby cells, affecting their growth and development.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Fgf20 is important for the development and regulation of the cells that form the base of hair follicles.
August 2017 in “Academic Commons (Stony Brook University)” Acer1 is essential for skin health and affects hair growth and skin cancer risk.
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January 2015 in “Development” Hoxc8 gene helps start mammary gland development by controlling specific signals.
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