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September 2010 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Keratin K80 is an ancient protein found in various tissues, important for cell structure and tissue differentiation.
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June 2007 in “Gene Expression Patterns” CTIP2 may help in skin development and maintenance.
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September 2021 in “The FASEB Journal” ACKR2 helps prevent skin scarring and hair loss by controlling inflammation.
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January 2004 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Krt6a-Cre transgenic mice help study gene effects on hair follicle development and tumor suppression.
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June 2013 in “Journal of structural biology” High glycine–tyrosine keratin-associated proteins help make hair strong and maintain its shape.
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January 2023 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Moist Exposed Burn Ointment speeds up healing of diabetic wounds.
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March 2022 in “Military Medical Research” Small molecules can help turn skin cells into sweat gland-like cells for potential skin repair.
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Activating CB1 can reduce keratin levels, potentially helping manage psoriasis and aid wound healing.
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July 2018 in “FEBS letters” A specific protein complex increases the activity of a plant enzyme, but this action is not required for plant root hair growth.
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November 2018 in “Case reports in nephrology and dialysis” Rituximab may be an effective treatment for Cronkhite-Canada syndrome with kidney disease.
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August 2009 in “Cancer epidemiology” AHCC reduces hair loss and liver injury caused by chemotherapy in rodents.
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March 2001 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A new protein, mK6irs, is found in specific hair layers and may help understand hair growth and diseases.
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June 2017 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America” A gene called Gk5 controls lipid production in the skin and affects hair growth.
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March 2022 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Regular endoscopic checks are crucial for Cronkhite-Canada syndrome patients to catch potential cancers early.
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