November 2025 in “Communications Biology” Human hair contains many different molecules that change along its length, influenced by personal care products.
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May 2016 in “Matrix Biology” Deleting a specific protein in skin cells disrupts normal hair growth and development.
25 citations
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April 2019 in “Animals” KRTAP28-1 gene can help breed sheep with finer wool.
8 citations
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September 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Polymers can be designed to mimic natural cell environments for medical uses.
64 citations
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January 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Human stem cells can help form hair follicles in mice.
7 citations
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March 2011 in “The Journal of Gene Medicine” Lentiviral vector effectiveness in skin is influenced by external factors, not receptor availability.
January 2024 in “Collagen and leather” The conclusion is that using bovine milk permeate to remove wool from sheepskins is eco-friendly and results in smoother, higher quality leather compared to traditional sulfide methods.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Photodynamic therapy can potentially remove nonpigmented hair by damaging hair follicles.
24 citations
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October 2008 in “PubMed” Excessive sun exposure damages hair, causing protein loss and color changes.
216 citations
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February 2022 in “Nanomaterials” Electrospun gelatin-based nanofiber dressings are promising for wound healing due to their effective healing properties and ability to protect against infections.
116 citations
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April 1986 in “The journal of cell biology/The Journal of cell biology” Trichohyalin is a protein in hair follicles that helps form hair filaments.
59 citations
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February 2019 in “BMC Genomics” Hair length in rabbits is linked to differences in lipid metabolism and cell death.
23 citations
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January 2023 in “Journal of Developmental Biology” Reptile skin protects and prevents water loss, helping them adapt to land.
10 citations
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November 2024 in “Animals” More research is needed to improve wool and cashmere quality through genetics.
3 citations
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July 2025 in “Gels” Engineered protein hydrogels improve medical treatments by mimicking natural body structures.
2 citations
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June 2023 in “Pharmaceutics” Nanofiber scaffolds help wounds heal by delivering drugs directly to the injury site.
2 citations
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May 2022 in “International journal of trichology” Plica neuropathica is a tangled hair condition that may be caused by hair damage or psychiatric issues and is treated by cutting the hair and addressing mental health.
2 citations
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November 2017 in “Histochemistry and Cell Biology” Polyamines are abundant in certain parts of rat hair follicles and may play a key role in hair growth.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Fibrosis” Hydrogels show promise for scarless wound healing by reducing skin fibrosis.
July 2026 in “Pharmaceuticals” Marine-derived polysaccharide nanofibers could improve wound healing but face challenges in becoming widely used.
Key genes and pathways influence cashmere production in goats.
February 2026 in “Optics” Stretching wool changes its structure and improves fiber alignment.
December 2025 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” The Spherical Skin Model improves drug and cosmetic testing by accurately mimicking human skin for efficient compound screening.
December 2025 in “Drug Testing and Analysis” Hair testing is crucial for forensic science and public health.
August 2025 in “Biomacromolecules” The hydrogel dressing improves wound healing, offers long-lasting antibacterial effects, and enhances patient comfort.
December 2024 in “Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials” Electrospun 3D nanofibrous materials show promise for bone regeneration in orthopaedics.
Peptide hydrogels show promise for healing skin, bone, and nerves but need improvement in stability and compatibility.
Balding hair follicles have reduced growth factors and increased inhibitory factors, suggesting new treatment paths for hair loss.
11 citations
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June 2017 in “Mathematical Medicine and Biology A Journal of the IMA” The model helps understand and improve treatments for alopecia areata by simulating hair growth and immune cell interactions.
August 2025 in “Applied Sciences” Peroxide-rich plasma-activated water is gentler on hair than nitrate-rich formulations.