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October 2002 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology” MAP-2 is crucial for the structure of hair follicles and nails.
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The protein's size was reduced, but more work is needed to confirm its function.
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July 2025 in “Gels” Engineered protein hydrogels improve medical treatments by mimicking natural body structures.