Blocking enzymes in hair follicles promotes hair growth
Inhibiting a family of enzymes inside hair follicles that are suspended in a resting state restores hair growth, a new study has found. In experiments with mouse and human hair follicles, researchers...
View ArticleStudy of inner ear development hints at way to restore hearing and balance
These genes, or others in the same pathway, could be promising targets for efforts to treat hearing loss or balance problems by regenerating hair cells, the researchers suggest.Read more ›
View ArticleStudy of inner ear development hints at way to restore hearing and balance
These genes, or others in the same pathway, could be promising targets for efforts to treat hearing loss or balance problems by regenerating hair cells, the researchers suggest.Read more ›
View ArticleHair thinning by stem cell loss
Why people lose their locks in old age may be related to the aging of hair follicle stem cells, two new studies suggest. Though it is known that mammals that live for longer lifespans lose their hair,...
View ArticleHair thinning by stem cell loss
Why people lose their locks in old age may be related to the aging of hair follicle stem cells, two new studies suggest. Though it is known that mammals that live for longer lifespans lose their hair,...
View ArticleFirst gene for grey hair found
The first gene identified for greying hair has been discovered by an international study, confirming greying has a genetic component and is not just environmental. The study analyzed a population of...
View ArticleHair forensics could yield false positives for cocaine use
Hair analysis has become standard practice for determining whether someone has abused illicit drugs. But some experts have questioned whether current methods to wash away external contaminants from...
View ArticleNew research clarifies how stem cells get activated to produce new hair
Stem cells residing in hair follicles are held in an inactive state for long periods of time. A new study shows that these quiescent periods are essential for maintaining the cells' rejuvenating...
View ArticleSurvey: Almost half of African-American women have experienced hair loss
African-American women are prone to hair loss, and new data illustrates the scope of this problem, which often goes undiagnosed. Women who are concerned about losing their hair should consider changing...
View ArticleAll hairstyles are not created equal: Scalp-pulling and hair loss
In a review of 19 studies, researchers say they can confirm a 'strong association' between certain scalp-pulling hairstyles -- many common among African-Americans -- and the development of traction...
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