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April 2024 in “Biology” Improving human hair follicle models is crucial for better hair loss treatments.
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December 2022 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The research reveals how early embryonic mouse skin develops from simple to complex structures, identifying various cell types and their roles in this process.
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March 2017 in “Experimental Dermatology” Finasteride helps female-pattern hair loss.
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June 2023 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences” Tightly curled scalp hair helps reduce heat from the sun, protecting against overheating.
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