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May 2018 in “Forensic Science International” Shrunken heads retain some facial features and hair characteristics, allowing for limited individual identification.
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December 2001 in “Experimental dermatology” Mutant mice help researchers understand hair growth and related genetic factors.
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May 2021 in “Endocrine” People with diabetes or obesity should manage their conditions carefully as they have a higher risk of severe COVID-19.
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December 2012 in “European journal of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics” The nanoparticle-emulsion with polihexanide is more effective and lasts longer for skin antisepsis.