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May 2013 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Skin development in mammals is controlled by key proteins and signals from underlying cells, involving stem cells for maintenance and repair.
Hair follicles supply a crucial brain development protein to the brain via platelets.
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October 2016 in “Genes & Development” Cells in hair follicles help create fat cells in the skin by releasing a protein called Sonic Hedgehog.
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June 2017 in “Journal of Biomaterials Applications” Keratin extract from human hair was found to promote hair growth in mice.
Knocking out the FGF5 gene in sheep increased wool production and hair-follicle density.
Vitamin D receptor actions without binding are crucial for healthy skin and hair.
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