research Congenital atrichia with papular lesions resulting from novel mutations in human hairless gene in four consanguineous families
Mutations in the hairless gene cause a rare form of permanent hair loss.
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450-480 / 1000+ resultsresearch Collagen triple helix repeat containing-1 promotes functional recovery of sweat glands by inducing adjacent microvascular network reconstruction in vivo
CTHRC1 helps sweat glands recover by rebuilding nearby blood vessels.
research Molecular elements of the regulatory control of keratin filament modulator AHF/trichohyalin in the hair follicle
The study concluded that a protein important for hair strength is regulated by certain molecular processes and is affected by growth phases.
research Chronic toxicity of 3,4,3′,4′-tetrachlorobiphenyl in the marmoset monkey (Callithrix jacchus)
High doses of TCB cause severe health issues in marmoset monkeys.
research An incompletely penetrant novel MAFB (p.Ser56Phe) variant in autosomal dominant multicentric carpotarsal osteolysis syndrome
Researchers found a new gene variant linked to a rare bone disease, which doesn't always cause symptoms in carriers.
research ACOD1 deficiency promotes DDX1 methylation–mediated mitochondrial dysfunction and dermal papilla cell senescence in androgenetic alopecia
This study investigates the role of ACOD1 in androgenetic alopecia (AGA), highlighting its impact on dermal papilla cell (DPC) senescence. The research shows that ACOD1 deficiency leads to increased DDX1 methylation, resulting in mitochondrial dysfunction and DPC senescence, which are key factors in AGA pathogenesis. The study utilized various methods, including RNA sequencing and metabolomic analysis, to demonstrate that ACOD1 knockdown exacerbates mitochondrial issues and cellular aging, while its overexpression mitigates these effects. Additionally, the study found that exogenous 4-octyl itaconate (4-OI) supplementation can reduce DDX1 methylation, improve mitochondrial function, enhance cell proliferation, and reduce hair loss in AGA mice. These findings suggest that targeting ACOD1 and using 4-OI could be promising therapeutic strategies for treating AGA.
research The ITGB6 gene: its role in experimental and clinical biology
The ITGB6 gene is important for tissue repair and hair growth, and mutations can lead to enamel defects and other health issues.
research Mutations in SREBF1, Encoding Sterol Regulatory Element Binding Transcription Factor 1, Cause Autosomal-Dominant IFAP Syndrome
Changes in the SREBF1 gene cause a rare genetic skin and hair disorder.
research JAM-A facilitates hair follicle regeneration in alopecia areata through functioning as ceRNA to protect VCAN expression in dermal papilla cells
JAM-A helps hair regrowth in alopecia areata by protecting VCAN in skin cells.
research Vertebral epidermal transamidases
Transamidases are present in the epidermis but their exact role is unclear.
research Blocking α1‐integrin reverts the adhesive phenotype of adult fibroblasts towards a foetal‐like migratory phenotype
Blocking α1-integrin makes adult fibroblasts more like foetal ones, improving their movement and aiding wound healing.
research Localized variant of junctional epidermolysis bullosa with R795X mutation
Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial for managing rare genetic disorders like this localized variant of junctional epidermolysis bullosa.
research α-parvin is required for epidermal morphogenesis, hair follicle development and basal keratinocyte polarity
α-parvin is necessary for skin and hair growth and for the correct orientation of skin cells.
research TON1 recruiting motif 21 positively regulates the flavonoid metabolic pathway at the translational level in Arabidopsis thaliana
TRM21 helps control flavonoid production and root hair growth in Arabidopsis thaliana.
research MOF-mediated Histone H4 Lysine 16 Acetylation Governs Mitochondrial and Ciliary Functions By Controlling Gene Promoters
MOF controls skin development by regulating genes for mitochondria and cilia.
research The Role of EAAT4 in Epidermal Differentiation and Calcium Homeostasis during Aging
EAAT4 decreases with age, harming skin function and calcium balance.
research A Missense Mutation in the Zinc-Finger Domain of the Human Hairless Gene Underlies Congenital Atrichia in a Family of Irish Travellers
A specific gene mutation causes complete hair loss in an Irish Traveller family.
research Regulation of Receptor Binding Specificity of FGF9 by an Autoinhibitory Homodimerization
FGF9 controls which receptors it binds to through a process where two FGF9 molecules join, and changes in FGF9 can lead to incorrect receptor activation.
research Syndecan-1 Is Required to Maintain Intradermal Fat and Prevent Cold Stress
Syndecan-1 is essential for maintaining skin fat and preventing cold stress.
research A new case of Ambras syndrome associated with a paracentric inversion (8) (q12; q22)
Ambras syndrome's genetic cause is unknown, as it isn't linked to androgen levels.
research 52243 AH-001: An Emerging Androgen Receptor Degrader Showing Therapeutic Potential in Addressing Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA)
AH-001 could be a safer and more effective treatment for hair loss.
research Selective Ablation of Ctip2/Bcl11b in Epidermal Keratinocytes Triggers Atopic Dermatitis-Like Skin Inflammatory Responses in Adult Mice
Removing Ctip2 in skin cells causes skin inflammation similar to atopic dermatitis.
research Comprehensive Analysis of LncRNA AC010789.1 Delays Androgenic Alopecia Progression by Targeting MicroRNA-21 and the Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling Pathway in Hair Follicle Stem Cells
The LncRNA AC010789.1 slows down hair loss by promoting hair follicle growth and interacting with miR-21 and the Wnt/β-catenin pathway.
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 OsUEV1B, an Ubc enzyme variant protein, is required for phosphate homeostasis in rice
OsUEV1B protein is essential for controlling phosphate levels in rice.
research Basonuclin is associated with the ribosomal RNA genes on human keratinocyte mitotic chromosomes
Basonuclin may help control ribosomal RNA gene activity in skin cells.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA): Unraveling the Complexities of a Scarring Hair Disorder
CCCA is a scarring hair disorder mainly affecting people of African descent, needing better awareness and treatment.
research CD98hc (SLC3A2) regulation of skin homeostasis wanes with age
CD98hc's role in skin health decreases with age.
research Successful treatment of alopecia universalis with abrocitinib: a case report
Abrocitinib may effectively treat stubborn alopecia universalis.
research A highly resistant structure between the cuticle and the cortex of human hair. II . CARB , a penetration barrier
CARB is a strong barrier in human hair that prevents dye penetration.