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April 2019 in “iScience” EGFR helps control how hair grows and forms without needing p53 protein.
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January 2007 in “Current problems in dermatology” Environmental and cosmetic factors, including heat, chemicals, and sun exposure, can cause hair loss and damage.
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September 2012 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” A mutation in the KRT71 gene causes a hair disorder by disrupting hair follicle structure and texture.
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December 2008 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that various childhood hair and nail disorders exist, some may improve on their own, and advances in genetics and immunology could enhance treatment and counseling.
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January 2017 in “Biological & pharmaceutical bulletin” Inhibiting ALOX12 can help hair cuticle maturation by increasing S100A3 citrullination.
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January 2017 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” Hard water increases magnesium deposits on hair without changing its structure.
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January 2012 in “Journal of The Society of Japanese Women Scientists” Murine hair has specific types of ceramides and glucosylceramides but lacks acylceramides.
April 2026 in “Lebda Medical Journal” Hair and body shampoos differ in properties to meet specific needs for hair and skin.
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June 2021 in “International journal of research in dermatology” Shaving and avoiding brushing improved the patient's beard hair condition.
September 2014 in “Proceedings of SPIE, the International Society for Optical Engineering/Proceedings of SPIE” OCT can effectively examine and reveal details about human hair and scalp conditions.
January 2003 in “Annals of Dermatology” Iron deficiency can cause hair abnormalities, but taking iron can fix them and stop hair loss.
January 1963 in “Stain technology” Ziehl-Neelsen's stain helps identify different parts of hair in sheep and goats.
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February 2009 in “Current Biology” Hair follicles are complex, dynamic mini-organs that help us understand cell growth, death, migration, and differentiation, as well as tissue regeneration and tumor biology.
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July 2014 in “Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Medicine” The dermal papilla is crucial for hair growth and health, and understanding it could lead to new hair loss treatments.
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May 2002 in “The American journal of pathology” Cathepsin L is essential for normal hair growth and development.
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July 1991 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Understanding hair follicle anatomy helps diagnose hair disorders.
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April 2017 in “European Journal of Cell Biology” CIP/KIP proteins help stop cell division and support hair growth.
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May 2019 in “Cosmetics” The hair cuticle is made of tough proteins that protect the hair, but more research is needed to fully understand its structure.
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January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology” Light microscopy is useful for diagnosing different hair disorders.
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May 2023 in “Frontiers in medicine” Hair dyes and perms can damage hair and scalp, but using interventions can reduce harm.
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September 2015 in “Clinics in Dermatology” The guide helps doctors diagnose hair problems by suggesting a thorough patient history, physical exams, and various diagnostic tools.
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May 2000 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The hedgehog signaling pathway is crucial for hair growth but not for the initial creation of hair follicles.
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March 2016 in “PLoS ONE” Key genes and pathways crucial for hair follicle development in cashmere goats were identified, aiding fleece production improvement.
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January 2006 in “Molecular & Cellular Proteomics” Human hair contains many proteins, with some being highly abundant and modified.
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November 2016 in “American journal of human genetics” Mutations in three genes cause Uncombable Hair Syndrome, leading to frizzy hair that can't be combed flat.
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March 2018 in “Biomaterials” Tiny needles with valproic acid can effectively regrow hair.