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    regulatory genes controlling body plan and organ development

    Homeobox genes, often referred to as Hox genes, are a group of regulatory genes that play a crucial role in determining the body plan and the formation of tissues and organs during early embryonic development. They contain a specific DNA sequence called the homeobox, which encodes a protein domain (the homeodomain) that can bind to DNA and regulate the expression of other genes. This precise regulation ensures that body structures form in the correct locations.

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      a signaling molecule from dermal papilla cells being actively researched

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      community MCL1 does anyone knows anthying about it

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 11 months ago
      MCL-1 protein may help maintain hair follicles in the growth phase and prevent miniaturization. There is interest in experimental treatments like exosomes, peptides, or stem cell serums to upregulate MCL-1 for hair loss, especially for those not using minoxidil or finasteride.

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      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      SCUBE3, a protein linked to hair growth in moles, was discovered over 25 years ago and is being developed by Amplifica for potential hair loss treatment. Concerns exist about SCUBE3's association with cancer, as it is a protein that promotes cell growth, which could potentially trigger cancer development if used for hair growth therapy.

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      in Technology  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      HairClone aims to rejuvenate miniaturizing hair follicles through follicle banking and cell expansion, with treatments potentially available in the UK by 2022. The process involves extracting, storing, and cloning hair follicles, but full regenerative treatments will take many years to develop.