research A case of monilethrix caused by novel compound heterozygous mutations in the desmoglein 4 (DSG4) gene
New mutations in the DSG4 gene cause a rare hair condition.
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300-330 / 1000+ resultsresearch The role of Glucosylceramides in Keratinocyte Differentiation and Epidermal Barrier Function
Glucosylceramides are essential for healthy skin and proper wound healing.
research Convergent Evolution of Cysteine-Rich Keratins in Hard Skin Appendages of Terrestrial Vertebrates
Cysteine-rich keratins evolved independently in mammals, reptiles, and birds for hard skin structures like hair, claws, and feathers.
research Activation of Astrocytes <i>in Vitro</i> by Macrophages Polarized with Keratin Biomaterial Treatment
Keratin treatment reduces astrocyte reactivity and inflammation.
research pH Dependence of the Coiled-Coil Structure of Keratin Intermediate Filament in Human Hair by 13C NMR Spectroscopy and the Mechanism of Its Disruption
Keratin structure in hair is stable at pH 5-6 but disrupts between pH 6-7.
research A New Case of Isolated Trichothiodystrophy
A rare case of isolated trichothiodystrophy was identified, marked by brittle hair with low sulfur content.
research The role of cathepsin E in terminal differentiation of keratinocytes
Cathepsin E is crucial for normal skin cell differentiation and development.
research Efficacy and Safety of L-Cystine Associated or not to a Natural Keratin (Kera-Dietandreg;) Hydrolysate on Hair and Nails: Randomised, Placebo-Controlled, Clinical Trial on Healthy Females
L-Cystine and L-Cystine with Kera-Diet® safely improved hair and nail quality in healthy women.
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 Keratinisation status and cytokeratins of the human Meibomian gland epithelium
Hyper-keratinisation in Meibomian glands contributes to gland dysfunction.
research Investigating the role of keratin proteins and microbial associations in hereditary and pathogenic alopecia
research Assembly of Hair Keratins in Transfected Epithelial Cells
Mouse hair keratins mHa1 and mHb4 can't form a strong network on their own in cells.
research A Fatty Acid / Protein Complex in Human Hair
A fatty acid/protein complex in human hair helps protect it from damage.
research Cysteine and Glutamine level in hair shaft fractures patients
Cysteine strengthens hair, and glutamine fuels hair growth.
research Evolution of Trichocyte Keratins
Hair keratins evolved from ancient proteins, diversifying through gene changes, crucial for forming claws and later hair in mammals.
research Rational design of keratin-based injectable hydrogels for biomedical applications
Keratin-based hydrogels can be improved for medical use by adding PEG, making them more soluble and adjustable.
research Human hair keratin templates for biomedical applications
Human hair keratin is a promising and sustainable biomaterial for tissue regeneration.
research ANTI‐HAIR KERATIN MONOCLONAL ANTIBODY (HKN‐2)
HKN-2 antibody targets specific skin and hair cells, showing keratin complexity.
research Serine-rich ultra high sulfur protein gene expression in murine hair and skin during the hair cycle.
Two specific genes are more active during hair growth in mice.
research Tribological Properties between Taut Hair Fibers in Wet Conditions: A New Shampoo Formulation for Eliminating Stick‐Slip Friction
Shampoo B, which uses water-soluble silicone, is better at detangling hair in wet conditions due to its two-layer conditioning film.
research A Unique Type I Keratin Intermediate Filament Gene Family is Abundantly Expressed in the Inner Root Sheaths of Sheep and Human Hair Follicles
research Physiological roles of hair structural protein: a possible application of keratin-associated proteins to new hair growing ingredient
research Sequence analyses of Type I and Type II chains in human hair and epithelial keratin intermediate filaments: Promiscuous obligate heterodimers, Type II template for molecule formation and a rationale for heterodimer formation
Type I and Type II keratin chains can form heterodimers despite sequence differences.
research Ultrastructural Localization of S100A3, a Cysteine-rich, Calcium Binding Protein, in Human Scalp Hair Shafts Revealed by Rapid-freezing Immunocytochemistry
S100A3 protein is mainly found in specific parts of human hair cells.
research Trichohyalin-Like Proteins Have Evolutionarily Conserved Roles in the Morphogenesis of Skin Appendages
Trichohyalin-like proteins are essential for the development of skin structures like hair, nails, and feathers.
research Penetration of different molecular weight hydrolysed keratins into hair fibres and their effects on the physical properties of textured hair
Different sizes of keratin peptides can strengthen hair, with smaller ones possibly increasing volume and larger ones repairing damage.
research Electron microscopic and autoradiographic study of S35-L-cystine incorporation in mouse hair follicles
Mice hair follicles take in the amino acid cystine.
research Chapter 4 Cytomechanics of Hair
Hair's strength and flexibility come from its protein structure and molecular interactions.
research Keratin biomaterials for wound healing and tissue regeneration: A promising approach in biomedical applications
Keratin biomaterials could help heal wounds and regenerate tissue, but more testing is needed.
research Clinical Snippets
Some cells may slow melanoma growth, a protein could affect skin pigmentation, a gene-silencing method might treat hair defects, skin bacteria changes likely result from eczema, and a defensin protein could help treat multiple sclerosis.