MPC1 is expressed in the human hair follicle, and inhibition of MPC inhibits cell cycle progression and disrupts gene expression of the hair follicle signaling pathway. A) MPC1 and PDK immunoreactivity in human hair follicle. CTS-connective tissue sheath. DP–dermal papilla; DSC–skin wrap cup; GL–germinating layer; HS–hair shaft; IRS-internal root sheath; L-ORS – lower outer root … Read more
Early humans appear to have experienced a sudden and rapid advance in technology around 600,000 years ago, according to new findings from a team of anthropologists exploring the use of ancient stone tools. The researchers behind the findings say this likely represents a pivotal point in ancient human development, where the transfer of ancient knowledge … Read more
Scientists have discovered a 246-million-year-old marine reptile fossil, the oldest of its kind found in the Southern Hemisphere, shedding new light on the early evolution of marine mammals. The largest mass extinction event in the fossil record—known as the “Great Dying”—occurred about 252 million years ago, wiping out about 95% of species on land and … Read more