research Gene that causes woolly hair revealed April 2008 in “Expert review of dermatology” Mutations in the P2RY5 gene cause hereditary woolly hair.
research Genetics of Alopecia April 2012 in “Encyclopedia of Life Sciences” Different genes are linked to various types of hair loss.
research Disruption of P2RY5, an orphan G protein–coupled receptor, underlies autosomal recessive woolly hair 210 citations , February 2008 in “Nature genetics” Mutations in the P2RY5 gene cause autosomal recessive woolly hair.
research Woolly Antics between the Sheaths 1 citations , February 2009 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Lipase H is important for hair follicle function and shaping hair fibers.
research Lysophospholipid Mediators in Health and Disease 49 citations , November 2021 in “Annual review of pathology” Lysophospholipids like LPA and S1P are important for hair growth, immune responses, and vascular development, and could be targeted for treating diseases.