research Spiny Keratoderma
Spiny keratoderma is a rare skin condition with small spines on palms and soles, possibly linked to abnormal hair formation.
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960-990 / 1000+ resultsresearch Induction of Hard Keratin Expression in Non-Nail-Matrical Keratinocytes by Nail-Matrical Fibroblasts through Epithelial-Mesenchymal Interactions
Nail-matrical fibroblasts can make non-nail cells produce hard keratin, useful for nail repair.
research Mutation detection of type II hair cortex keratin gene KRT86 in a Chinese Han family with congenital monilethrix
A specific gene mutation in KRT86 is linked to hair disorder in a Chinese Han family.
research Transient expression of keratin 19 is induced in originally negative interfollicular epidermal cells by adhesion of suspended cells.
Keratin 19 expression in certain skin cells is temporary and not a reliable stem cell marker.
research The cell membrane complex: Three related but different cellular cohesion components of mammalian hair fibers
The cell membrane complex in mammalian hair has three distinct types with different structures and chemical properties.
research Trichothiodystrophy hair shafts display distinct ultrastructural features
Trichothiodystrophy hair is structurally abnormal with protein and organization issues.
research Establishment of keratinocyte cell lines from human hair follicles
Scientists created keratinocyte cell lines from human hair that can differentiate similarly to normal skin cells, offering a new way to study skin biology and diseases.
research Harlequin fetus with abnormal lamellar granules and giant mitochondria
Harlequin ichthyosis involves abnormal skin cell structures and giant mitochondria, affecting skin and hair.
research Bio‐active designed peptide for hair keratin strengthening
Pal-KCV peptide strengthens hair and reduces breakage by up to 52%.
research LB788 Development of a novel three-dimensional human epidermal model from plucked hair follicle-derived keratinocytes
Scientists created a new 3D skin model from cells of plucked hairs that works like real skin and is easier to get.
research 532 Unexpected expression of hemoglobin α as an endogenous antioxidant in epidermal keratinocytes
Hemoglobin α acts as an antioxidant in skin cells, especially protecting hair follicle stem cells from UV damage.
research Genome-wide identification, characterization, and expression analysis of keratin genes (KRTs) family in yak (Bos grunniens)
Scientists found 53 keratin genes in yaks that are important for hair growth and share similarities with those in other animals.
research Skin equivalent containing collagen-human hair keratin matrice for formation of neodermis
HHK can help restore skin structure.
research Cloning and Characterization of a Mouse Type I Hair Keratin cDNA
research Targeted keratin repair: A plant‐based approach to hair strength and surface restoration
A plant-based treatment from Avena strigosa seeds effectively repairs and strengthens damaged hair.
research The walking dead: sequential nuclear and organelle destruction during hair development
Hair cells lose their nucleus and mitochondria in a specific order as they fill with keratin, which could help develop treatments for hair issues.
research Exploring a biological tissue from atomic to macroscopic scale using synchrotron radiation: example of hair.
Hair has unevenly distributed proteins and lipids, with lipids mainly in the cuticle and proteins in the cortex and medulla.
research Mechanisms of hepatocyte attachment to keratin biomaterials
Human liver cells stick to hair protein materials mainly through the liver's asialoglycoprotein receptor.
research Markers to Evaluate the Quality and Self-Renewing Potential of Engineered Human Skin Substitutes In Vitro and after Transplantation
Cytokeratin 19 and cytokeratin 15 are key markers for monitoring the quality and self-renewing potential of engineered skin.
research Human hair proteins as natural reactive oxygen species scavengers for in vitro applications
Human hair proteins, especially keratins, can protect cells from oxidative stress in lab settings.
research Production of a 135-residue long N-truncated human keratinocyte growth factor 1 in Escherichia coli
A stable, active version of a growth factor was made in bacteria, showing promise for medical use.
research A mutation in the hair matrix and cuticle keratin KRTHB5 gene causes ectodermal dysplasia of hair and nail type
A mutation in the KRTHB5 gene causes hair and nail issues.
research The toughening transition in hair keratin
The observed "toughening" in keratin was actually due to water evaporation, not a real change in keratin.
research Structural analysis of human hair single fibres by scanning microbeam SAXS
Hair curliness is due to uneven distribution of different cortices within the hair fiber.
research Homozygous Dominant Missense Mutation in Keratin 17 Leads to Alopecia in Addition to Severe Pachyonychia Congenita
A specific gene mutation causes severe skin and nail issues and hair loss.
research Ontogeny and regional variability of keratin 2e (K2e) in developing human fetal skin: a unique spatial and temporal pattern of keratin expression in development
Keratin 2e shows a unique pattern in developing fetal skin, different from other keratins.
research Upcycling waste hair and feathers derived keratin into intact cortical cell-derived micro-units via periodate oxidation: Applications & life cycle assessment
Keratin from waste hair and feathers can be sustainably used to create stable emulsions for industrial applications.
research Basal Lamina Changes During Tissue Interactions in Hair Follicles—An In Vitro Study of Normal Dermal Papillae and Vitamin A-Induced Glandular Morphogenesis
research 474 Stabilizing mutations of KLHL24 ubiquitin ligase cause loss of keratin 14 and human skin fragility
Certain mutations in the KLHL24 gene cause a skin disorder by breaking down an important skin protein.
research Bioactive Nutritional Macromolecules Supporting Hair Structure, Density, and Growth: A Comprehensive Review
Type I collagen, elastin, keratin, ceramides, and melanin improve hair strength, growth, and health.