Trichologists have discovered that hair follicles on the scalp can become trapped in a resting state where they do not grow new hair, leading to thinning.
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Implanting Follicles Made From Stem Cells On Hairless Mice Spark New Hopes For Baldness Cure
Japanese scientists have worked out how to use stem cells to create pigmented hair follicles that grew successfully when implanted into hairless mice.
New Approach In Treating Baldness Is Being Harnessed By Scientists
Scientists are harnessing a new approach in treating baldness after taking inspiration and studying the way animals both grow and shed their winter coats.