The neuropeptide galanin is a novel inhibitor of human hair growth

Background  Galanin is a trophic factor of the central and peripheral nervous system that shows widespread distribution in human skin. However, the exact localization and the role of galanin in the hair follicle (HF) remain to be clarified.

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