Scientists may have found "cure for baldness"November 24, 2017 - 13:29 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - A new scientific study has reported a major breakthrough which could pave the way for creating a cure for baldness, loaded reports. It’s estimated that around 40% of all men experience some form of hair loss by the age of 35. By the time they hit 60, that proportion increases to around 65%, and goes up to a whopping 80% for anyone reaching the ripe old age of 80. But let’s not worry about that last one. Baldness is and always will be a big deal for men. Sure, there are some guys out there who take it better than others, but no one enjoys losing their hair. Scientists at the Yonsei University in South Korea have uncovered a game-changing chemical substance dubbed “CXXC-type zinc finger protein 5” which they reckon could sure the condition. It’s already been tested on mice and has been show to promote hair grown. It works by disrupting a process within the cells controlling the development of hair follicles and healing of wounds. Based on a 28-day experiment using the mice, scientists were able to demonstrate the positive effect of the CXXC protein. The research also found that hair grew at a faster rate when the chemical was combined with something called valproic avid. Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. Czech-Armenian military cooperation discussed in Yerevan A delegation led by the Director General for the Industrial Cooperation Division of the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic visited Armenia. |