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A specific gene mutation causes monilethrix in this family, and minoxidil treatment improves hair condition.
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November 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A mutation in the FAM83G gene is linked to skin and hair abnormalities in two related individuals.
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May 2011 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” The study found genetic diversity in coat color dilution among Czech pointers in Slovakia.
Suppressing ODC activity reduces tumor growth in hair follicles.
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January 2000 in “Developmental Dynamics” Mutations in the Whn gene affect hair keratin gene expression differently.
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The FOS gene helps hair growth in Tan sheep.