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September 2017 in “Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces” Tying a knot can measure hair friction, useful for medical applications.
May 2023 in “Journal of Scientific Research”
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July 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The Cross-section Trichometer is a promising tool for measuring hair characteristics without cutting the hair and may have various clinical uses.
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February 1991 Cuticle damage doesn't affect hair's tensile strength; the cortex is responsible for it.
April 2017 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open” Different levels of shear stress affect where cells move and gather in a 3D-printed model, helping to better understand cell behavior in blood vessels.
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September 2020 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Coconut oil makes hair stronger and more flexible than mineral oil.
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June 2003 in “Journal of Structural Biology” Sheet formation is key to macrofibril structure differences in wool.
A new imaging method helps see and study touch nerve endings in mouse skin.
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August 2021 in “Journal of Natural Fibers” Stiffness gradients in alginate gels can guide cancer cell invasion and study cellular behaviors.
February 2025 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” Multiparametric ultrasound is a useful non-invasive tool for assessing scalp conditions in alopecia areata patients.
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January 2022 in “Biomaterials Science” The dressing can track joint movement and speed up healing of joint wounds.
November 2019 in “Journal of Vertebrate Biology” QIA-64 software can measure straight wire lengths accurately but needs improvement for curved wires and width measurements.
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August 1999 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Giant axonal neuropathy changes the structure of keratin in human hair, making it stiffer and stronger.
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July 2001 in “Hair transplant forum international” The document's conclusion cannot be provided because the document is not readable or understandable.
New methods to classify curly hair types were developed based on shape and strength.
September 2023 in “Reports of Vinnytsia National Medical University” The models accurately predicted urticaria in Ukrainian women but struggled to differentiate between mild and severe cases based on body structure.
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January 2001 in “PubMed” Mechanoreceptors convert physical touch into electrical signals through specialized nerve structures.
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December 2024 in “Tissue Barriers” The epidermis is the stiffest skin layer.
January 2024 in “Seven Editora eBooks” Different techniques measure hair properties to ensure cosmetic products work.
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September 2012 in “Biomacromolecules” Disulfide bonds make keratin in hair stronger and tougher.
Human hair can almost fully recover its structure within about 1,000 minutes after being stretched.
The trichotillometer is a simple, effective tool for diagnosing and assessing female pattern hair loss.
February 2025 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” Multiparametric ultrasound effectively monitors scalp changes after using vasoconstrictive cosmetics.
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November 2004 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Hair breaks differently when wet or dry and is affected by its condition and treatments like perms and bleaching.
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February 2011 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Hair properties vary with age and ethnic origin.