106 citations
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June 2009 in “BMC Genomics” Sea cucumbers have unique genes that help them regenerate their intestines.
March 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” PLIN2 affects hair growth in cashmere goats, potentially improving cashmere quality.
August 2025 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” Periplaneta americana extract helps hair regrowth in mice with alopecia.
12 citations
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March 2004 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 68 citations
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April 2014 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Trichohyalin-like proteins are essential for the development of skin structures like hair, nails, and feathers.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules”
2 citations
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August 2020 in “Scientific reports” Genes related to keratin, skin cell differentiation, and immune functions are key in hedgehog skin and spine development.
2 citations
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August 2020 in “Natural Product Communications” A mix of Platycladus orientalis leaf extract and alpha-terpineol helps mice grow hair by increasing growth factors and cell growth.
July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 17 citations
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January 2023 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” The sponges effectively prevent dry socket by stopping bleeding and killing bacteria after tooth extraction.
11 citations
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January 1977 in “Archives of dermatological research” Mouse tail skin has different keratinization near hair follicles and scales.
16 citations
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April 2012 in “Journal of mammalogy” Young female Australian fur seals are losing hair due to low tyrosine and zinc levels and high pollution exposure.
46 citations
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May 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Significant progress was made in understanding PXE, but effective treatments are still needed.
A harbor seal's skin disease was cured after 8 months of treatment.
2 citations
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April 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The study concluded that changing the culture conditions can cause sika deer skin cells to switch from a flat to a 3D pattern, which is important for creating hair follicles.
5 citations
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July 2003 in “Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases” An antibiotic called co-trimoxazole can effectively treat autoimmune diseases.
1 citations
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July 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Sebaceous glands are often preserved and PPARy expression is constant in some cases of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia.
Genetic factors might cause fibrosing alopecia linked to hair shaft abnormalities.
2 citations
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March 2014 in “Veterinary World” Indian bison, black buck, and nilgai have distinct hair follicle patterns useful for species identification.
17 citations
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August 2014 in “The Anatomical Record” Scaffoldin helps form hard skin structures in chicken embryos.
July 2024 in “International journal of agriculture and food sciences research.” The new fish peptide conditioner significantly improves and repairs damaged hair better than a commercial wheat protein conditioner.
October 2025 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A rare ovarian tumor was found in a young woman with a genetic fat disorder.
10 citations
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July 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” The gel with coral extract and pectin nanoparticles helps heal chronic wounds.
July 2022 in “British Journal of Dermatology” 9 citations
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July 2014 in “PubMed” Different S100 proteins have specific roles in various parts of the hair follicle.
28 citations
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June 1995 in “The Journal of Dermatology” The flaky skin mouse mutation is a natural model for studying human psoriasis.
May 2023 in “Frontiers in veterinary science” A young tapir with a rare skin condition improved after treatment with wound cleaning, cream, and oral medication.
January 2025 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” Higher activity in lichen planopilaris is linked to certain immune and tissue genes.
9 citations
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August 2021 in “Journal of clinical medicine” Pili torti is a rare condition where hair is twisted and breaks easily, often linked to genetic disorders or other health issues.
1 citations
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January 2004 in “Cosmetics and toiletries” Polyquaternium-64 helps damaged hair look healthy again.