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Scientists discover surprising link between ancient biology and limited human hair growth

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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

This glassy gel is a surprising new class of self-healing material: ScienceAlert

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In a surprising breakthrough, researchers have created a new class of materials called “glass gels” that are semi-liquid but hard to break. Elastic, surprisingly sticky and capable of ‘self-healing’ if cut, the surprising properties of these gels potentially make them useful for a wider range of applications than commonly used plastics, which are either hard … Read more