research A global analysis of CNVs in Chinese indigenous fine-wool sheep populations using whole-genome resequencing
The study mapped genetic variations in sheep, linking them to traits like milk production and growth.
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510-540 / 1000+ resultsresearch Immune mechanisms associated with sex-based differences in severe COVID-19 clinical outcomes
Females have stronger immune responses to COVID-19 than males, leading to better outcomes.
research Identification and sequence analysis of the keratin-associated protein 24‐1 (KAP24-1) gene homologue in sheep
The research identified a gene in sheep important for wool quality, which could help improve wool traits.
research Haplotypes spanning centromeric regions reveal persistence of large blocks of archaic DNA
Ancient DNA blocks are still present in human genomes, possibly due to advantages they provide.
research The crest phenotype in domestic chicken is caused by a 195 bp duplication in the intron of HOXC10
A 195 bp duplication in the HOXC10 gene causes crests in domestic chickens.
research Lithium alters mitotic progression in stamen hair cells of Tradescantia in a time-dependent and reversible fashion.
Lithium temporarily stops cell division in plant cells, but this can be reversed with certain chemicals.
research A Novel Missense Mutation Affecting the Human Hairless Thyroid Receptor Interacting Domain 2 Causes Congenital Atrichia
A specific gene mutation causes congenital hair loss.
research Venus trap in the mouse embryo reveals distinct molecular dynamics underlying specification of first embryonic lineages
Tmem50b and 2610305D13Rik genes play key roles in early mouse embryo development.
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 Sex- or Gender-specific Differences in the Clinical Presentation, Outcome, and Treatment of SARS-CoV-2
Men face more severe COVID-19 outcomes, while women are more likely to have long-term symptoms.
research Highly Prevalent LIPH Founder Mutations Causing Autosomal Recessive Woolly Hair/Hypotrichosis in Japan and the Genotype/Phenotype Correlations
LIPH mutations in Japan cause varying degrees of hair loss and woolly hair.
research Prevalence and Risk Factors Associated with the Occurrence of Autoimmune Diseases in Patients with Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata patients, especially women with nail issues or atopic diseases, are at higher risk for other autoimmune diseases.
research Telomere Dynamics and Telomerase in the Biology of Hair Follicles and their Stem Cells as a Model for Aging Research
Hair follicle studies suggest that maintaining telomere length could help treat hair loss and graying, but it's uncertain if mouse results apply to humans.
research A functional role of S100A4/non-muscle myosin IIA axis for pro-tumorigenic vascular functions in glioblastoma
High S100A4 levels worsen glioblastoma by promoting blood vessel growth.
research Resequencing and Signatures of Selective Scans Point to Candidate Genetic Variants for Hair Length Traits in Long-Haired and Normal-Haired Tianzhu White Yak
The research found specific genes that may cause longer hair in Tianzhu White Yak.
research Identification of the Ovine Keratin-Associated Protein 21-1 Gene and Its Association with Variation in Wool Traits
The KRTAP21-1 gene affects wool yield and can help improve wool production.
research The idiosyncratic genome of Korean long-tailed chicken as a valuable genetic resource
Korean long-tailed chickens have unique genes valuable for ornamental breeding.
research Genome-Wide Association Study and Transcriptome Differential Expression Analysis of the Feather Rate in Shouguang Chickens
Researchers found genes linked to feather growth speed in Shouguang chickens, highlighting two genes that might explain differences in feathering.
research Structural and epistatic regulatory variants cause hallmark white spotting in cattle
Two gene variants cause white spots in cattle.
research Inheritance-Specific Dysregulation of Th1- and Th17-Associated Cytokines in Alopecia Areata
Certain immune-related proteins are higher in people with alopecia and their healthy relatives, hinting at a genetic link.
research The genetics of autism and steroid-related traits in prenatal and postnatal life
Autism's genetics are linked with early age of puberty and less hair loss, but not with hormone levels or polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Genetic association of wool quality characteristics in United States Rambouillet sheep
Certain genetic markers linked to wool quality in Rambouillet sheep were identified, which can guide better breeding choices.
research Relationship of Hypothyroidism with Alopecia Areata and Androgenetic Alopecia: Insights from a Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization Study
Hypothyroidism may cause certain types of hair loss.
research The Impact of Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy on Physical Performance
Gender-affirming hormone therapy improves physical performance in trans men to the level of cisgender men, while in trans women, it increases fat mass and decreases muscle mass, with no advantage in physical performance after 2 years.
research Fertility evaluation of infertile women: a committee opinion
The conclusion is that women under 35 should start fertility checks after 12 months of trying to conceive, women over 35 after 6 months, and women over 40 should start immediately. The checks should include ovulation status, reproductive tract structure, and male partner's semen evaluation.
research Intermittent treatment with farnesyltransferase inhibitor and sulforaphane improves cellular homeostasis in Hutchinson-Gilford progeria fibroblasts
Alternating treatment with two drugs could help cells in a rapid aging disease.
research Genomewide analysis of copy number variants in alopecia areata in a C entral E uropean cohort reveals association with MCHR 2
MCHR2 gene duplications may be linked to alopecia areata.
research Angiogenic factor-driven improvement of refractory thin endometrium with autologous platelet-rich plasma intrauterine infusion in frozen embryo transfer cycles
Platelet-rich plasma infusion improved pregnancy outcomes for women with thin endometrium.
research 513 Demonstration of hair health benefits using an oral supplement
The supplement improved hair growth, strength, and moisture.
research K6irs1, K6irs2, K6irs3, and K6irs4 Represent the Inner-Root-Sheath-Specific Type II Epithelial Keratins of the Human Hair Follicle1
Four specific keratins in hair follicles help understand hair structure and function.