research Formation of the iε-(γ-glutamyl)lysine crosslink in hair proteins. Investigation of transamidases in hair follicles
Transamidases help form strong crosslinks in hair proteins, crucial for hair strength.
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330-360 / 1000+ resultsresearch The keratins and their disorders
Mutations in keratin genes cause cell fragility and various skin disorders.
research Ultrastructural Localization of S100A3, a Cysteine-rich, Calcium Binding Protein, in Human Scalp Hair Shafts Revealed by Rapid-freezing Immunocytochemistry
S100A3 protein is mainly found in specific parts of human hair cells.
research Removing all obstacles: A critical role for p53 in promoting tissue renewal
The gene p53 is crucial for removing damaged cells to allow for healthy tissue renewal.
research Distinct Developmental Functions of Prostasin (CAP1/PRSS8) Zymogen and Activated Prostasin
Prostasin has two roles in skin: one for normal skin development without needing activation, and another for proper hair growth that requires activation.
research Expression of dermcidin in sebocytes supports a role for sebum in the constitutive innate defense of human skin
Sebum helps protect human skin from microbes.
research Promotion of Insulin-Like Growth Factor-I Production by Sensory Neuron Stimulation; Molecular Mechanism(s) and Therapeutic Implications
Stimulating sensory neurons can increase IGF-I production, which may help treat various diseases and improve tissue health.
research Review of the current understanding of the effect of ultraviolet and visible radiation on hair structure and options for photoprotection
UV radiation and visible light can damage hair, but there are ways to protect it.
research Fiber-Safe Extraction of Red Mordant Dyes from Hair Fibers
A new method extracts red dyes from wool without damaging it, although it slightly weakens the wool.
research Chronic administration of minoxidil protects elastic fibers and stimulates their neosynthesis with improvement of the aorta mechanics in mice
Minoxidil helps protect and rebuild elastic fibers in arteries, improving artery function, especially in older females.
research Immunolocalization of junctional proteins in human hairs indicates that the membrane complex stabilizes the inner root sheath while desmosomes contact the companion layer through specific keratins
Junctional proteins stabilize the inner root sheath and connect the companion layer in human hair.
research Hair follicles modulate skin barrier function
Hair follicles play a crucial role in regulating skin barrier function.
research CUBIC Protocol Visualizes Protein Expression at Single Cell Resolution in Whole Mount Skin Preparations
The CUBIC protocol allows detailed 3D visualization of proteins in mouse skin biopsies.
research Novel compound heterozygous mutations in thedesmoplakingene cause hair shaft abnormalities and culminate in lethal cardiomyopathy
Mutations in the desmoplakin gene can cause hair problems and deadly heart disease.
research Desmogleins: Hair perspective
Desmogleins are crucial for hair structure and growth.
research A Kaleidoscope of Keratin Gene Expression and the Mosaic of Its Regulatory Mechanisms
Keratin protein production in cells is controlled by a complex system that changes with cell type, health, and conditions like injury or cancer.
research Dysfunction of keratinocyte adhesion
Keratinocyte adhesion problems can cause skin and hair disorders.
research Biomechanics of chemically treated hair for continuous 1D strands
NaOH treatment improves hair strength and suitability for textiles.
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 Repeatable Perming via Thiol–Michael Click Reaction: Using Amide Derived from Maleic Acid and Cystine
A new perming method is less damaging to hair and works as well as traditional methods.
research Cedrol ameliorates inflammatory bowel disease via mitochondrial biogenesis, gut microbiota restoration, and intestinal barrier repair
Cedrol may help treat inflammatory bowel disease by improving gut health and function.
research Regulatory T Cell Heterogeneity in the Steady State and Tumor
Regulatory T cells adapt to different environments to control inflammation and support tissue repair.
research Oral Centella asiatica Extract Attenuates UVB-Induced Skin Photoaging via Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory, and Extracellular Matrix-Preserving Effects in Hairless Mice
Centella asiatica extract taken orally can reduce skin aging from UVB exposure.
research The role of cochlea extracellular matrix in age related hearing loss
Changes in the cochlea's extracellular matrix contribute to age-related hearing loss.
research MLO-mediated Ca2+influx regulates root hair tip growth in Arabidopsis
MLO proteins are crucial for root hair growth by regulating calcium and ROS levels.
research Keratin 15 promotes a progenitor cell state in basal keratinocytes of skin epidermis
Keratin 15 helps keep skin cells in a young, undifferentiated state.
research Exploring Physiological Differences in Injury Response by Skin Tone: A Scoping Review
Dark skin is more prone to severe pressure ulcers due to reduced ceramide content and detection challenges.
research Hair cycle and dermic follicular volume of the wild rodent, agouti (Dasyprocta prymnolopha), raised in captivity, in the northeast region of Brazil
Agoutis in captivity have more resting (telogen) hairs than growing (anagen) hairs, regardless of season or gender.
research Impacto de la temperatura en la viabilidad de los injertos capilares durante el trasplante capilar
Temperaturas de 4 °C son ideales para conservar injertos capilares.
research Development and Evaluation of a Novel Fish-Derived Protein Peptide Conditioner Formulated with Pneumatophorus japonicus Heads Peptides
The new fish peptide conditioner significantly improves and repairs damaged hair better than a commercial wheat protein conditioner.