8 citations
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May 2017 in “IUBMB life” Astrotactin proteins are important for brain and skin development and are linked to several neurodevelopmental disorders.
A new genetic mutation was found causing hair and eye issues in a boy.
January 2023 in “Indian dermatology online journal” A child with ectodermal dysplasia-syndactyly syndrome has a new mutation in the NECTIN4 gene.
February 2025 in “Animals” Understanding proteins in skin structures like claws and hair is crucial for future research.
19 citations
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January 2023 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” MSC-sEVs may effectively treat chronic non-healing wounds.
70 citations
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January 2014 in “International review of cell and molecular biology” Keratin proteins are crucial for healthy skin, but mutations can cause skin disorders with no effective treatments yet.
A genetic mutation in the EDA gene causes hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia in cats.
773 citations
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August 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The secretions of mesenchymal stem cells could be used for healing without using the cells themselves.
499 citations
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September 2011 in “Cell” Fat-related cells are important for initiating hair growth.
306 citations
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April 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The skin has a complex immune system that is essential for protection and healing, requiring more research for better wound treatment.