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July 2018 in “Scientific Reports” Methamphetamine affects gene expression in rat whisker follicles, with key genes linked to addiction.
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August 2017 in “PloS one” Key genes linked to hair growth and cancer were identified in hairless mice.
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October 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” RANKL helps regenerate lung cells, potentially aiding lung repair in diseases like COPD.
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November 2015 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” RANKL improves the immune response against herpes simplex virus by enhancing T cell activation and could help develop better treatments or vaccines.
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October 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Ritlecitinib improves emotional well-being and activity levels in alopecia areata patients.
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