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January 2018 in “PLoS Genetics” Certain genetic variants in keratins increase the risk of tooth decay.
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December 2012 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” Two sisters had rare, widespread cysts and complete hair loss, suggesting a genetic link.
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May 1999 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Agouti protein affects melanocortin receptors through competitive antagonism and receptor down-regulation.
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November 1994 in “Differentiation” Trichohyalin is found in non-hair tissues and works with filaggrin in certain skin areas and conditions.
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June 1997 in “The American Journal of Human Genetics” January 2016 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Collagen XVII is important for cell functions and its absence can worsen cancer outcomes.
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June 2005 in “PubMed” A rare ear cyst contained hair fragments.
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May 1997 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” High ornithine decarboxylase levels may lead to hair loss and cancer by increasing CK2 activity in the nucleus.
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February 1997 in “Differentiation” Hair differentiation starts earlier than thought, involving multiple type-II keratins.
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April 2025 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” Copper-quercetin complexes could be effective in treating cancer, infections, and promoting bone healing.
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November 2018 in “Curēus” The cause and importance of misplaced oil glands in the hair follicle are not well understood.
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January 1997 in “Dialnet (Universidad de la Rioja)” The extracellular matrix is crucial for maintaining and regulating epidermal stem cells in hair follicles.
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October 2020 in “Nature Communications” AP-1 and TGFß work together to drive resistance in basal cell carcinoma, suggesting new treatment options.
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February 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The document concludes that the human keratin gene cluster is complex, with a need for updated naming to reflect over 50 functional genes important for hair and skin biology.
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July 2015 in “Developmental Dynamics” Orai1 protein is crucial for tooth development and affects enamel thickness and mineralization.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The keratin network in mouse skin changes during cornification and affects the skin's protective barrier.
The "sinuskissen" in cat hair follicles is mostly connective tissue, affecting fluid flow.
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December 2002 in “Biochimica et biophysica acta. G, General subjects/Biochimica et biophysica acta. General subjects (Online)” The research found two types of calcium in human hair, one that varies among individuals and another that is consistent across people.
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February 2024 in “Nature cell biology” Mechanical forces are crucial for shaping cells and forming tissues during development.
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May 2014 in “Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution” The research found how GPCR Class A Rhodopsin receptors are related and suggested possible substances they interact with.
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January 2004 in “Genomics” A cluster of 21 keratin-associated protein genes important for hair growth was found on human chromosome 21.
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December 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Steatocystoma multiplex causes recurring skin cysts and needs early recognition for better management.