research Biallelic HEPHL1 variants impair ferroxidase activity and cause an abnormal hair phenotype 24 citations , May 2019 in “PLOS genetics” Mutations in the HEPHL1 gene cause abnormal hair and cognitive issues.
research Iron Metabolism of the Skin: Recycling versus Release 10 citations , September 2023 in “Metabolites” Iron is crucial for skin health, with specific proteins recycling it to support skin functions and prevent its release.
research Characterisation, genomic organisation, expression and function of the mEphA1 receptor Tyrosine Kinase April 2007 mEphA1 receptor tyrosine kinase is important for skin and hair development and may play a role in certain diseases.
research Generation of an intestinal‐specific hephaestin knockout mouse April 2010 in “The FASEB Journal” Knockout mice showed anemia and hair loss, suggesting other ways exist for iron absorption.