research Finding bald spots on chromosome 20p11
New genes linked to male pattern baldness were found on chromosome 20p11.
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60-90 / 1000+ results research Mice lacking desmocollin 1 show epidermal fragility accompanied by barrier defects and abnormal differentiation
Desmocollin 1 is essential for strong skin and proper skin function.
research Genetic architecture of thermotolerance traits in beef cattle: a novel integration of SNP and breed-of-origin effects
Combining genetic models helps improve heat tolerance in beef cattle.
research Validation and casework testing of the BioPlex-11 for STR typing of telogen hair roots
BioPlex-11 improves DNA profiling from telogen hair roots in forensic work.
research A new compound heterozygous frameshift mutation in the type II 3 beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase (3 beta-HSD) gene causes salt-wasting 3 beta-HSD deficiency congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
A genetic mutation in a specific gene causes a salt-wasting condition in a Pakistani girl and her family.
research Common Variants in the Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin (SHBG) Gene Influence SHBG Levels in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Certain SHBG gene variants, like rs727428, are linked to higher testosterone levels in women with PCOS.
research Gene-Environment Interaction Between CYP1B1 and Oral Contraception on Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Oral contraceptive use may increase the risk of frontal fibrosing alopecia in women with a specific CYP1B1 gene variant.
research Landmark native breed of the Orenburg goats: progress in its breeding and genetics and future prospects
The Orenburg goat breed has unique genetics that require more detailed research and careful breeding.
research Joint study of the associations of HLA‐B and the transmembrane short tandem repeat polymorphism of MICA protein with alopecia areata shows independent associations of both with the disease
Both HLA-B and MICA are independently linked to alopecia areata.
research Updates from the British Association of Dermatologists 91st Annual Meeting, 5-7 July 2011, London, U.K.
New treatments and management strategies for skin conditions like melanoma and Spitz naevi were discussed at the dermatologists' meeting.
research Genetic Analysis of Male Pattern Baldness and the 5α-Reductase Genes
Male pattern baldness is likely caused by multiple genes, not just 5α-reductase genes.
research The crest phenotype in domestic chicken is caused by a 195 bp duplication in the intron of HOXC10
A 195 bp duplication in the HOXC10 gene causes crests in domestic chickens.
research 177 The Striatin-Interacting Phosphatase And Kinases complex is important for skin epidermal differentiation and barrier formation
The STRIPAK complex is crucial for skin cell organization and creating a functional skin barrier.
research 268 Male-pattern baldness and its association with coronary heart disease
Male-pattern baldness has a weak link to heart disease and some related health conditions.
research BJD Editor's Choice
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 The hairless (hr) gene is involved in the congential hypotrichosis of Valle del Belice sheep
The hr gene is linked to hair loss in Valle del Belice sheep.
research BH15 Nonsyndromic hypotrichosis: a rare case of congenital hypotrichosis 15 and management with minoxidil
Topical minoxidil may help improve hair growth in rare congenital hypotrichosis.
research Decision letter: The molecular basis for ANE syndrome revealed by the large ribosomal subunit processome interactome
ANE syndrome is caused by a mutation in the RBM28 protein that disrupts ribosome assembly.
research A Mosaic Hotspot PLCD1 Variant, Detectable in Blood‐Derived DNA , Associated With Nevus Trichilemmocysticus
A rare genetic variant linked to skin cysts was found in blood DNA, suggesting its role in cyst formation.
research <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt; text-align: left; mso-line-height-alt: 14.0pt; layout-grid-mode: char; mso-layout-grid-align: none;" align="left">Discovery of Four New<em> FGF5</em> Variants Causing Long Hair in the Dog
Four new FGF5 gene variants cause long hair in dogs.
research Genetic Variant of the Canine FGF5 Gene for the Hair Length Trait in the Akita: Utility for Hair Coat Variations and Welfare in Conservation Breeding
The FGF5 gene variant causes long hair in Akitas, and genetic testing is advised to manage coat length and welfare.
research The association between Interleukin (IL)-4 gene intron 3 VNTR polymorphism and alopecia areata (AA) in Turkish population
IL-4 gene variation may increase the risk of alopecia areata in Turkish people.
research Fetal alpha 5-reductase Val89Leu mutation is associated with late miscarriage
A certain mutation in the fetal alpha 5-reductase gene is linked to a higher risk of late miscarriage.
research Identification of a Novel Missense Mutation in the Fibroblast Growth Factor 5 Gene Associated with Longhair in the Maine Coon Cat
A new gene mutation causes long hair in some Maine Coon cats.
research Clinical Snippets
New findings suggest potential treatments for melanoma, hyperpigmentation, hair defects, and multiple sclerosis, and show skin microbiome changes don't cause atopic dermatitis.
research Androgen Receptor Mutations and Polymorphisms in African American Prostate Cancer
African American men with prostate cancer have more androgen receptor mutations, which may lead to more aggressive cancer compared to Caucasian American men.
research A polymorphism in the matrix metalloproteinase-1 gene promoter is associated with the presence of polycystic ovary syndrome in Caucasian women
A specific gene variation is linked to a higher risk of polycystic ovary syndrome in Caucasian women.
research The association between rs2476601 polymorphism in PTPN22 gene and risk of alopecia areata
The C-allele and CC-genotype in the PTPN22 gene lower the risk of alopecia areata.
research An essential role for Rxrα in the development of Th2 responses
RXRα is crucial for proper immune response and links diet to immune function.
research Evaluation of androgen receptor gene as a candidate gene in female androgenetic alopecia
The androgen receptor gene doesn't help identify women likely to have female pattern hair loss.