research Biology and Genetics of Hair
The document concludes that understanding the genes and pathways involved in hair growth is crucial for developing treatments for hair diseases.
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research LB1019 The early region of trichodysplasia spinulosa polyomavirus drives proliferation, altered differentiation, and ectopic expression of hair follicle differentiation markers in interfollicular tail epidermis
The early genes of a specific virus can cause abnormal skin cell growth and hair follicle changes.
research NovelPAX9mutation associated with syndromic tooth agenesis
A new PAX9 gene mutation causes missing teeth and hair problems, but not skin or nail issues.
research Cloning of the human phenol sulfotransferase gene family: three genes implicated in the metabolism of catecholamines, thyroid hormones and drugs
Scientists identified three genes important for processing certain brain chemicals, thyroid hormones, and medications.
research A 13-Year-Old Boy from Thailand with Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome with Coronary Artery and Aortic Calcification and Non-ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (NSTEMI)
A 13-year-old boy with a rare genetic condition survived a heart attack and improved with treatment.
research Hereditary mucoepithelial dysplasia: unique histopathological findings in skin lesions
The document describes previously unreported unique skin changes in a rare genetic disorder called Hereditary mucoepithelial dysplasia.
research The retarded hair growth ( rhg ) mutation in mice is an allele of ornithine aminotransferase ( Oat )
The rhg mutation in mice affects the Oat gene, causing hair growth issues and other symptoms.
research 5α Reductase Deficiency—a Rare Cause of Ambiguous Genitalia and Gender Dysphoria
5α-reductase deficiency can cause ambiguous genitalia and gender dysphoria, treatable with testosterone.
research Androgenetic alopecia in heterozygous carriers of a mutation in the human hairless gene
Mutation in hairless gene may increase hair loss risk.
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Some Greek melanoma patients have gene mutations linked to increased cancer risk, a new color feature helps diagnose melanoma, the incidence of a skin condition in the Netherlands is rare, and a gene possibly affects male-pattern baldness.
research [Molecular cloning of full-long cDNA sequences encoding hairless gene in the Kunming mouse].
The hairless gene in Kunming mice is important for hair and skin, and shows genetic variations.
research Hairless down-regulates expression of Msx2 and its related target genes in hair follicles
Hairless protein reduces Msx2 gene activity, affecting hair follicle development.
research Targeting the pre-receptor metabolism of cortisol as a novel therapy in obesity and diabetes
Blocking a specific enzyme might help treat obesity and diabetes, but more research is needed to ensure it's safe.
research A novel monilethrix mutation in coil 2A of KRT86 causing autosomal dominant monilethrix with incomplete penetrance
A new mutation in the KRT86 gene causes a hair disorder with variable expression.
research Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome: from gene discovery to molecularly targeted therapies
New therapies for Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome are being developed based on understanding the FLCN gene's role.
research A null mutation in the cystatin M/E gene of ichq mice causes juvenile lethality and defects in epidermal cornification
A gene mutation in mice causes skin defects and early death.
research Hoxc13 and the development of hair follicle
Hoxc13 is essential for hair growth and follicle development.
research Segregation of Incomplete Achromatopsia and Alopecia Due to PDE6H and LPAR6 Variants in a Consanguineous Family from Pakistan
Genetic variants in PDE6H and LPAR6 cause vision impairment and hair loss in two Pakistani brothers.
research Serine-rich ultra high sulfur protein gene expression in murine hair and skin during the hair cycle.
Two specific genes are more active during hair growth in mice.
research Autosomal recessive monilethrix: Novel variants of the DSG4 gene in three Chinese families
New gene variants linked to a rare inherited hair loss disorder were found in three Chinese families.
research LSD1 is Required for Hair Cell Regeneration in Zebrafish
LSD1 is crucial for regenerating hair cells in zebrafish.
research 461 Identification of a Novel Pathogenic XPC:c.2420+1G>C Variant in a Patient with Xeroderma Pigmentosum
A new genetic mutation causing Xeroderma Pigmentosum was found in an 8-year-old girl, affecting her DNA repair.
research The disrupted balance between hair follicles and sebaceous glands inHoxc13‐ablated rabbits
Rabbits lacking the Hoxc13 gene show similar hair and skin issues to humans with ECTD-9, making them good for research on this condition.
research Ultrastructural skin changes in Egyptian mandibuloacral dysplasia patients with p.Arg527Leu LMNA mutation and in their asymptomatic heterozygotic mothers
The LMNA mutation affects skin structure even in asymptomatic carriers.
research HOXC13 Is Involved in the Regulation of Human Hair Keratin Gene Expression
HOXC13 is crucial for regulating hair keratin genes in hair follicles.
research The mouse hairy ears mutation exhibits an extended growth (anagen) phase in hair follicles and altered Hoxc gene expression in the ears
The mouse hairy ears mutation causes longer ear hair due to changes in gene expression.
research HDL as Therapeutic Tools
Modified HDL can better deliver drugs and genes, potentially improving treatments and reducing side effects.
research A nonsense variant in KRT31 is associated with autosomal-dominant monilethrix
A variant in the KRT31 gene causes a rare hereditary hair disorder called monilethrix.
research Atrichia with papular lesions in a Taiwanese patient without hairless (HR) gene mutation
A Taiwanese patient had hair loss and skin bumps without the usual gene mutation, suggesting other genetic factors might be involved.
research Banding Pattern on Polarized Hair Microscopic Examination and Unilateral Polymicrogyria in a Patient With Steroid Sulfatase Deficiency
A patient with steroid sulfatase deficiency had a unique hair pattern and a brain malformation not previously linked to the condition.