research Rapunzel Syndrome as a Rare Presentation of Trichobezoar
A 16-year-old girl with a hair-eating disorder needed surgery to remove a hairball from her stomach and small bowel.
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840-870 / 1000+ resultsresearch Cross‐linked features of mouse pelage hair resistant to detergent extraction
Two mouse mutants have defective hair cuticle cross-linking.
research Exploring a biological tissue from atomic to macroscopic scale using synchrotron radiation: example of hair.
Hair has unevenly distributed proteins and lipids, with lipids mainly in the cuticle and proteins in the cortex and medulla.
research The sheep KAP8-2 gene, a new KAP8 family member that is absent in humans
Sheep have a unique gene, KAP8-2, that humans don't have, which may affect wool properties.
research Characterisation of Three Ovine KRTAP13 Family Genes and Their Association with Wool Traits in Chinese Tan Sheep
An allele of the KRTAP13-2 gene may improve wool quality in sheep.
research Nutritional and Potential Health Effect of Pumpkin seeds
Pumpkin seeds are nutritious and can improve health, making them useful for cheaper, sustainable food.
research Skin of the Baikal Seal (Pusa sibirica, Phocidae): Norm and Pathology
Baikal seals' skin shows normal features for protection and some pathologies possibly linked to climate change or a virus.
research Effects of KRTAP20-1 Gene Variation on Wool Traits in Chinese Tan Sheep
Variant G of the KRTAP20-1 gene improves wool curliness in Chinese Tan sheep.
research Neuropathic Pruritus: An Underrecognized and Often Misdiagnosed and Difficult to Treat Medical Condition
Neuropathic pruritus is a commonly overlooked and wrongly diagnosed type of chronic itching that is hard to treat.
research Regulation of stem cell function by protein ubiquitylation
Protein ubiquitylation is crucial for controlling stem cell functions and could be targeted for cancer treatment.
research Overexpression of Sonic Hedgehog suppresses embryonic hair follicle morphogenesis
Too much Sonic Hedgehog protein stops hair growth in embryos.
research Subpopulations of dermal skin fibroblasts secrete distinct extracellular matrix: implications for using skin substitutes in the clinic
Different skin cells produce unique materials, which can improve skin substitutes for healing.
research Characterization of the lipid composition at the proximal root regions of human hair
Human hair contains various lipids that vary among individuals and help protect the hair.
research The role of disulfide bond formation in the structural transition observed in the intermediate filaments of developing hair
Disulfide bonds are crucial for hair structure during keratinization.
research Characterisation of an Ovine Keratin Associated Protein (KAP) Gene, Which Would Produce a Protein Rich in Glycine and Tyrosine, but Lacking in Cysteine
A new sheep gene, KRTAP36-1, may help breed sheep with better wool by reducing prickle factor.
research Electrospun Scaffold of Collagen and Polycaprolactone Containing ZnO Quantum Dots for Skin Wound Regeneration
The new wound dressing helps skin heal faster and fights infection.
research Electrospun Nanofibers for Biomedical, Sensing, and Energy Harvesting Functions
Electrospun nanofibers are promising for medical, sensing, and energy uses, especially with 3D printing.
research Biotechnology of functional proteins and peptides for hair cosmetic formulations
Future hair products will use ecofriendly proteins and peptides to improve hair health and appearance.
research Self-consistent field theory for the interactions between keratin intermediate filaments
Keratin filaments' elasticity is influenced by their terminal domains and surrounding medium.
research Highlighting nuances of blue light phototherapy: Mechanisms and safety considerations
Blue light therapy is safe for skin and may protect against UV radiation.
research Cell-derived exosome therapy for diabetic peripheral neuropathy: a preclinical animal studies systematic review and meta-analysis
Exosome therapy may help treat diabetic nerve damage, but more research is needed.
research Cellulose-Based Nanofibers in Wound Dressing
Cellulose nanofibers are promising for wound dressings due to their healing and drug delivery benefits.
research 5-Bromo-3,4-dihydroxybenzaldehyde Promotes Hair Growth through Activation of Wnt/β-Catenin and Autophagy Pathways and Inhibition of TGF-β Pathways in Dermal Papilla Cells
5-Bromo-3,4-dihydroxybenzaldehyde could potentially help hair growth by activating certain cell pathways and inhibiting others.
research Nestin-Expressing Stem Cells from the Hair Follicle Can Differentiate Into Motor Neurons and Reduce Muscle Atrophy after Transplantation to Injured Nerves
Hair follicle stem cells can become motor neurons and reduce muscle loss after nerve injury.
research Harnessing the Biomimetic Effect of Macromolecular Crowding in the Cell-Derived Model of Clubfoot Fibrosis
The model helps test drugs for clubfoot fibrosis by mimicking cell environments and shows minoxidil reduces harmful collagen links.
research Three-dimensional model of normal human dermal tissue using serial tissue sections
A detailed 3D model of human skin was created to help develop artificial skin.
research Are South African Wild Foods the Answer to Rising Rates of Cardiovascular Disease?
South African wild foods may help prevent cardiovascular disease.
research Polymorphism of keratin-associated protein (KAP) 7 gene and its association with wool traits in Rambouillet sheep
The KAP 7 gene affects wool traits in Rambouillet sheep, with the BB genotype showing the best wool characteristics.
research A Multifaceted View on Ageing of the Hair and Scalp
Proper scalp care can improve hair health and delay ageing signs.
research Multi-omics and AI-driven advances in miRNA-mediated hair follicle regulation in cashmere goats
MicroRNAs and AI can improve cashmere goat hair quality and aid in hair disorder diagnosis.