research Identification and characterization of genes for skin and hair disorders
New gene variants were found for rare skin and hair disorders, improving understanding and treatment.
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510-540 / 1000+ results research ANXA1 affects murine hair follicle growth through EGF signaling pathway
ANXA1 influences hair growth in mice through the EGF signaling pathway.
research Oxytocin receptor expression in hair follicle stem cells of valproic acid-induced rat model of autism: Insights for autism spectrum disorder
Oxytocin receptor changes in hair cells may help identify autism, especially in males.
research Multimodal roles of transient receptor potential channel activation in inducing pathological tissue scarification
Targeting TRP channels may help reduce excessive scarring.
research A genome-wide association study of chemotherapy-induced alopecia in breast cancer patients
A specific gene variant is linked to a higher risk of hair loss from chemotherapy in breast cancer patients.
research Whole genome sequencing analysis of alpaca suggests TRPV3 as a candidate gene for the suri phenotype
The TRPV3 gene variant may cause the long-haired suri alpaca coat.
research Transcriptome analysis reveals the genetic basis underlying the development of skin appendages and immunity in hedgehog (Atelerix albiventris)
Genes related to keratin, skin cell differentiation, and immune functions are key in hedgehog skin and spine development.
research Transcription Regulation and Protein Subcellular Localization of the Truncated Basic Hair Keratin hHb1-ΔN in Human Breast Cancer Cells
A truncated protein linked to breast cancer may change cell adhesion.
research Genetic Variants at 20p11 Confer Risk to Androgenetic Alopecia in the Chinese Han Population
Genetic variants at 20p11 increase baldness risk in Chinese Han people.
research PLACK syndrome associated with alopecia areata and a novel homozygous base pair insertion in exon 18 of CAST gene
A new genetic mutation in the CAST gene may link PLACK syndrome to alopecia areata.
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 The Arabidopsis Receptor-like Kinase CAP1 Promotes Shoot Growth under Ammonium Stress
CAP1 helps Arabidopsis plants grow better under ammonium stress.
research CRISPR/Cas9-mediated Generation ofCOL7A1-deficient Keratinocyte Model of Recessive Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa
Scientists created cell lines to study a genetic skin disorder using CRISPR technology.
research Allosteric interactions prime androgen receptor dimerization and activation
Certain interactions help prepare the androgen receptor for pairing and activation, which is important for its role in development and disease.
research Position effect on FGF13 associated with X-linked congenital generalized hypertrichosis
FGF13 gene changes cause excessive hair growth in a rare condition.
research Molecular cloning and characterization analysis of LEF-1 gene from Inner Mongolia Cashmere Goat
The LEF-1 gene in cashmere goats was successfully cloned and analyzed, showing potential for improving cashmere production.
research Genomewide Scan for Linkage Reveals Evidence of Several Susceptibility Loci for Alopecia Areata
Certain genes on chromosomes 6, 10, 16, and 18 may increase the risk of alopecia areata.
research The mouse frizzy (fr) and rat ‘hairless’ (frCR) mutations are natural variants of protease serine S1 family member 8 (Prss8)
The frizzy mouse and hairless rat mutations are due to changes in the Prss8 gene.
research STUB1 mutations in autosomal recessive ataxias – evidence for mutation-specific clinical heterogeneity
Different STUB1 gene mutations cause varied symptoms in autosomal recessive ataxias.
research A Novel Androgen Receptor Gene Mutation in a 46,XY Patient: Complete Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome
A new gene mutation causes complete androgen insensitivity in a 16-year-old with a female appearance.
research Genetic analysis of interleukin 18 gene polymorphisms in alopecia areata
Certain IL-18 gene variations may increase the risk of alopecia areata.
research No evidence for THAP1/DYT6 variants as disease modifiers in DYT1 dystonia
THAP1 gene changes do not affect DYT1 dystonia; finasteride may help reduce tics and OCD in Tourette syndrome.
research A new heterozygous frameshift variant in keratin 10 resulting in ichthyosis hystrix in a father and daughter
A new genetic change in the keratin 10 gene caused a skin condition called ichthyosis hystrix in a father and his daughter.
research A Monoallelic Two-Hit Mechanism in PLCD1 Explains the Genetic Pathogenesis of Hereditary Trichilemmal Cyst Formation
A specific gene change plus an additional mutation in the same gene cause hereditary trichilemmal cysts.
research Identification of the Ovine Keratin-Associated Protein 26-1 Gene and Its Association with Variation in Wool Traits
Selecting specific KRTAP26-1 gene variants can improve wool quality in sheep.
research Overexpression of protein kinase C-α in the epidermis of transgenic mice results in striking alterations in phorbol ester-induced inflammation and COX-2, MIP-2 and TNF-α expression but not tumor promotion
Overexpressing PKCα in mice skin increases inflammation but doesn't affect tumor growth.
research Correlation analysis of four KRTAP gene polymorphisms and cashmere fiber diameters in two cashmere goat breeds
Certain gene variations are linked to the thickness of cashmere goat hair.
research Vitamin D receptor gene polymorphisms are not associated with alopecia areata
Vitamin D receptor gene variations are not linked to alopecia areata.
research Using Precise Objectives to Enhance Student Achievement in Health Education.
Precise objectives can improve student achievement in health education.
research Author response: The molecular basis for ANE syndrome revealed by the large ribosomal subunit processome interactome
Defective protein folding due to a mutation is key in ANE syndrome.