Researchers developed a method to identify and measure different animal hair fibers in textiles, successfully distinguishing materials like cashmere from cheaper fibers.
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December 2015 in “Textile Research Journal” Adding amber particles to polyamide fibers makes them suitable for medical textiles like compression socks.
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January 2010 in “Animal” South American camelids should be sheared early, fleece type affects fiber quality, and the S/P follicle ratio doesn't distinguish between Bolivian llama genotypes.
January 2014 in “Sen'i Gakkaishi” Researchers developed a method to identify animal fibers in textiles, which works on processed and blended materials.
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December 2009 in “Canadian Journal of Animal Science” The BMP2 gene is more active in the early growth phase of Cashmere goat hair and may affect hair regeneration and textile production.
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March 2019 in “Tekstil Ve Konfeksiyon” Anatolian native goat down-hair is similar to cashmere and can be used for high-quality textiles.
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December 2010 in “Langmuir” Hair fibers interact through classical forces, which are influenced by treatments and products, important for hair care and other applications.
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October 2024 in “World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews” Silver nanoparticles are useful in medicine and technology for their antibacterial properties and potential in drug delivery and dentistry.
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April 2016 in “Proceedings of the Latvian Academy of Sciences. Section B, Natural, Exact and Applied Sciences” Researchers created small amber particles for use in bioactive and biocompatible fibers that could help with skin and hair restoration and are safe for infant clothing.
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January 2009 in “Textile Research Journal” Researchers developed a new method to identify animal hair in textiles, which is effective for various fibers and more reliable than previous methods.
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November 2015 in “Key Engineering Materials” Improving skills and technology in Baluchistan's wool industry could boost quality, jobs, and Pakistan's economy.
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September 2010 in “Clothing and Textiles Research Journal” Poplar seed hair fibers could be an eco-friendly insulation for textiles.
Certain ingredients in personal care products, like formaldehyde, oxidative hair dyes, and sulfates, pose health risks and need careful review.
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March 2013 in “Human Reproduction Update” Products should be called 'sperm-safe' only after thorough, well-designed tests.
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January 2010 in “Animal” Improving knowledge and practices in animal fibre production is crucial to meet market demands and potentially revive natural fibres.
January 2026 in “Nature Communications” A wearable device using NIR light may help treat hair loss non-invasively.
February 2025 in “Archives animal breeding/Archiv für Tierzucht” Certain gene combinations improve cashmere quality and production in Liaoning goats.
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January 2019 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Genetically modified sheep with more β-catenin grew more wool without changing the wool's length or thickness.
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August 2023 in “International journal of pharmacy & integrated health sciences” Cosmeceuticals are popular for their skin health benefits and anti-aging effects.
January 2025 in “American Journal of Medical and Clinical Research & Reviews” Cosmetics can contain harmful chemicals that may cause health issues.
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February 2006 in “Textile Research Journal” Enzymes xylanase and pectinase clean wool and specialty hair fibers effectively without damage, offering an eco-friendly alternative to soap and hot water.
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May 2022 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Changes in KRT17 gene activity linked to wool production in Angora rabbits.
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November 2022 in “Animal Genetics” Genomic research can help improve the quality and production of natural fibers in animals.
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July 2016 in “Cosmetics” Black henna tattoos can cause severe allergies to hair and textile dyes, and there's a need for greater public awareness and regulation.
June 2023 in “Livestock studies” The article concludes that understanding the molecular processes in hair follicle development can improve the quality of fibers like Angora and cashmere.
August 2019 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Certain long non-coding RNAs in cashmere goats affect hair growth when treated with a specific growth factor.
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” The article concludes that advancements in hair cosmetics require dermatologists to stay informed about products and their potential risks, including allergies and higher risks for hairdressers.
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October 2014 in “Langmuir” Bleaching hair removes its protective top layer and exposes more hydrophilic groups, changing its chemical surface and affecting how it interacts with products.
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March 2017 in “Skin research and technology” Removing external lipids from hair reduces moisture and increases strength, while removing internal lipids decreases water permeability.
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April 2020 in “Molecular Biology and Evolution” Ancient Chinese goats evolved cashmere-producing traits due to selective breeding, particularly in genes affecting hair growth.