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Hair follicle stem cells are crucial for touch sensation and proper nerve structure in mice.
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A skin model using hair and skin cells can mimic human skin for research.
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Hair follicle stem cells can be cultured, but better methods are needed for longer growth.
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Four transcription factors can convert mouse cells into hair cell-like cells, aiding hearing loss research and treatment.
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