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December 2019 in “Neurobiology of Stress” Post-finasteride syndrome causes lasting sexual, neurological, and physical side effects in some people after taking finasteride.
Researchers found a genetic link for hereditary hair loss but need more analysis to identify the exact gene.
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November 2020 in “Forensic Science International Genetics” Using trait prevalence priors in genetic prediction models for appearance traits is currently impractical due to limited knowledge and potential accuracy issues.
Accurate prediction of eye, hair, and skin color in Latin American populations requires region-specific models and ethical guidelines.