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August 2005 in “Biopolymers” L-cysteine slows down the breaking of bonds in hair due to electrostatic interactions.
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January 2025 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences” LPAR6 has a unique way of binding and activating, which helps in designing treatments for hair loss and cancer.
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May 2018 in “Stem Cell Reports” Krt15+ cells in the mouse intestine resist radiation and can start tumors.
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August 1982 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” GLPLS and LPP are variants of lichen planus.
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Trichology” Loose Anagen Syndrome is a hair condition where hairs can be easily pulled out, mainly affecting young girls, and may improve on its own or with treatment.
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June 2001 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” A cluster of sulfur-rich hair protein genes was found on chromosome 17.
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September 2013 in “PLoS ONE” Sweat gland stem cells help maintain glands, aid wound healing, and can regenerate skin structures.
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October 2007 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Cathepsin L is essential for heart health and its absence causes heart problems and hair loss.
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