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    GlossaryLymphoid Enhancer-Binding Factor 1

    protein regulating gene expression in immune cells and hair follicles

    Lymphoid Enhancer-Binding Factor 1 (LEF1) is a protein that plays a crucial role in the regulation of gene expression, particularly in the development and function of immune cells and hair follicles. It is part of the Wnt signaling pathway, which is important for cell growth, differentiation, and tissue regeneration. In the context of hair biology, LEF1 is involved in the formation and cycling of hair follicles, and its dysregulation can contribute to conditions like alopecia.

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