research LB1609 The evolutionary trajectory of primate skin appendage traits
Humans evolved to have less hair and more sweat glands than chimpanzees and macaques.
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research Notoedric mange in free‐ranging masked palm civets (Paguma larvata) in Japan
Some masked palm civets in Japan have a skin disease caused by mites.
research INTERSTITIAL CELL TUMOR IN A BLACK-AND-WHITE RUFFED LEMUR (VARECIA VARIEGATUS VARIEGATUS)
The lemur's testicular tumor was removed, improving its coat and behavior, with no signs of cancer spread.
research A new species ofAplodontopus(Acari: Astigmata: Chortoglyphidae) from the yellow-bellied marmot,Marmota flaviventris(Rodentia: Sciuridae) in Eastern Washington, USA, with observations on its pathology
Researchers found a new mite species causing severe hair loss and skin problems in yellow-bellied marmots.
research White monkey syndrome in infant baboons (Papio species)
Infant baboons suffered from zinc poisoning due to poor cage conditions.
research ALOPECIA OF CAPTIVE FLYING SQUIRRELS
Switching flying squirrels' diet from seeds to mouse chow restored their hair.
research Reconstructing temporal variation in great ape and other primate diets: A methodological framework for isotope analyses in hair
Stable isotope analysis of hair helps study primate diets over time non-invasively.
research Medical management of Trichophyton dermatophytosis using a novel treatment regimen in L'Hoest's monkeys (Cercopithecus lhoesti)
The monkeys' skin infection was cured in eight weeks using oral terbinafine, topical washes, and disinfectant fogging.
research Effects of finasteride, a type 2 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, on fetal development in the rhesus monkey (Macaca mulatta)
Finasteride, when given in high oral doses to pregnant monkeys, caused genital abnormalities in male fetuses, but not in female fetuses or those exposed to intravenous finasteride.
research Use of a Sustained Release Preparation of Clotrimazole to Treat Dermatophytosis in a Siamang (Hylobates syndactylus)
A special clotrimazole varnish cured a siamang's persistent skin infection after 3 months.
research The mammary hair of Monodelphis domestica and homology of the mammary pilosebacous unit
Mammary glands evolved from hair organs in Monodelphis domestica.
research Zinc Deficiency in Rhesus and Bonnet Monkeys, Including Effects on Reproduction
Zinc deficiency in monkeys causes skin issues and reproductive problems, but supplementation reverses these effects.
research Alopecia in Bats from Tropical Urban Islands
Alopecia in bats is more common in urban areas due to habitat conditions.
research Dimorphic regulation of the MafB gene by sex steroids in hamsters (Mesocricetus auratus)
Sex steroids affect the MafB gene differently in male and female hamsters.
research Behavioral Welfare Research for the Management of Sanctuary Chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes)
Chimp Haven uses a special system to check and improve the well-being of their chimpanzees, which could help other animal sanctuaries too.
research Ethnomycological Study of Macrofungi Utilized by Pamona Community Around Lake Poso, Central Sulawesi Province, Indonesia
The Pamona community uses 21 types of mushrooms for food, medicine, and other needs, highlighting the importance of conserving these resources.
research Wild geladas (Theropithecus gelada) in crops—more than in pasture areas—reduce aggression and affiliation
Wild geladas in crop areas show less grooming and aggression.
research Cutaneous epitheliotropic T‐cell lymphoma in a sugar glider (Petaurus breviceps)
A sugar glider had a rare skin cancer that worsened despite treatment, highlighting the need for thorough checks in exotic pets.
research AN UNDESCRIBED DEMODEX SP. AND DEMODICOSIS IN A CAPTIVE KOALA (PHASCOLARCTOS CINEREUS)
A new type of mite caused hair loss in a koala, which was treated successfully with ivermectin.
research In vivo effects of epidermal growth factor on epidermal pattern formation and hair follicle initiation in the marsupial bandicoot Isoodon macrourus
Epidermal growth factor disrupts hair and gland formation in bandicoots.
research Systemic effects of Leucaena leucocephala ingestion on ringtailed lemurs (Lemur catta) at Berenty Reserve, Madagascar
Ingesting Leucaena leucocephala caused hair loss and increased infant mortality in ringtailed lemurs.
research Observation of cultured amelanotic melanocytes from hair follicles by atomic force microscopy
Amelanotic melanocytes from hair follicles are immature and likely don't transfer melanosomes to keratinocytes.
research Whole blood transcriptome profiling identifies candidate genes associated with alopecia in male giant pandas (Ailuropoda melanoleuca)
Researchers found genes linked to hair loss in male giant pandas.
research Evaluation of efficacy, safety, and reversibility of combination regimen of cyproterone acetate and testosterone buciclate in bonnet monkey
The right dosage of CPA and TB can work as a safe and reversible male contraceptive in monkeys.
research Un(MaSC)ing Stem Cell Dynamics in Mammary Branching Morphogenesis
Mammary stem cells drive mammary gland growth by branching and cell mixing.
research Protein deficiency in a colony of western lowland gorillas (Gorilla g. gorilla)
Gorillas in Gabon improved after protein supplements were added to their diet.
research P‐88 Endocrine dermatosis and granulosa cell tumour in a red panda
The red panda's hair loss was caused by an endocrine issue linked to ovarian tumors.
research The Prevalence of Scopulariopsis sp. and Penicillium sp. in African Pygmy Hedgehogs (Atelerix albiventris) Skins in a Farm in Bogor District of Indonesia
90% of African pygmy hedgehogs in the study had fungal infections.
research SEASONAL DERMATOPATHY AND CONCURRENT REPRODUCTIVE FINDINGS IN CAPTIVE FOSSA (CRYPTOPROCTA FEROX)
Hormonal changes during the reproductive cycle may cause seasonal skin problems in captive female fossas.
research Change in Hair Color in Mice Induced by Injection of α-MSH
Injecting α-MSH made mice's hair turn black.