BBC NEWS | Health | Key gene 'may reverse hair loss'

BBC NEWS | Health | Key gene 'may reverse hair loss': "Key gene 'may reverse hair loss'
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Bald mice re-grew fur once the gene was manipulated
Scientists believe manipulating genes within hair cells can reverse baldness.

Researchers found it was possible to re-grow fur on bald mice by correcting a gene mutation, the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reported.

Mutations in the hairless gene in both humans and mice mean the natural process of hair growth, shedding and re-growth is disturbed."