June 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The HoxC gene cluster and its enhancers are essential for developing hair and nails in mammals.
80 citations
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June 2002 in “Molecular Biology of the Cell” Type II keratins are uniquely phosphorylated during stress and mitosis, affecting their structure and function.
198 citations
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October 1986 in “Differentiation” January 2026 in “British Journal of Dermatology” ELF5 is essential for skin cell growth and maintenance.
November 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A new genetic mutation causing Xeroderma Pigmentosum was found in an 8-year-old girl, affecting her DNA repair.
18 citations
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February 2015 in “Acta Crystallographica Section D: Structural Biology” The study concludes that certain domains in Clostridium histolyticum enzymes are structurally unique, bind calcium to become more stable, and play distinct roles in breaking down collagen, with potential applications in medicine and drug delivery.
April 2024 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” 6 citations
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July 2021 in “Frontiers in Genetics” A gene variant causes a skin and hair disorder by disrupting protein balance.
15 citations
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February 2021 in “Scientific Reports” RNA aptamers can specifically block FGF5-related cell growth, potentially treating related diseases or hair disorders.
January 2025 in “PLoS ONE” Elf5 controls skin cell growth and development, making it a potential target for skin treatments.
April 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” The new cocrystal KET-PABA is a more effective and safe anti-inflammatory treatment for skin conditions in mice.
56 citations
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April 2019 in “The Plant Journal” Cyclic nucleotide-gated channels are crucial for proper root hair growth and calcium balance in plants.
7 citations
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March 2022 in “The FASEB journal” Adult mice with CBS deficiency show minimal health issues and normal lifespan despite high homocysteine levels.
75 citations
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October 1999 in “Differentiation” Mouse keratin 6 isoforms have different expression patterns in various tissues.
2 citations
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October 2023 in “PubMed” Scientists created a cell model to study and find treatments for a skin disease called RDEB.
February 2020 in “Definitions” Mutations in the KRT16 gene can cause skin and nail disorders.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Krox20 (Egr2) is important for the function of epithelial stem cells.
141 citations
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February 1988 in “Molecular and Cellular Biology” Only one K16 gene on chromosome 17 makes a functional keratin protein.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Pal-KCV peptide strengthens hair and reduces breakage by up to 52%.
21 citations
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January 2018 in “PLoS Genetics” Certain genetic variants in keratins increase the risk of tooth decay.
29 citations
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January 2021 in “G3 Genes Genomes Genetics” A 195 bp duplication in the HOXC10 gene causes crests in domestic chickens.
October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Certain genetic variants reduce enzyme activity, contributing to non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
14 citations
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May 2019 in “Human gene therapy” MC-DNA vector-based gene therapy can temporarily treat CBS deficiency in mice.
40 citations
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June 2013 in “Scientific Reports” A gene variant in KRT71 causes the curly fur in Selkirk Rex cats.
32 citations
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April 2014 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Loss of keratin K2 causes skin problems and inflammation.
26 citations
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March 1995 in “Differentiation” A rabbit gene important for hair development was identified and detailed.
3 citations
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December 2013 in “Balkan Journal of Medical Genetics” Microarray analysis helps find hidden chromosomal changes in patients with intellectual disabilities and birth defects.
4 citations
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September 2010 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” A new gene location for Keratosis follicularis squamosa was found on chromosome 7p14.3-7p12.1.
15 citations
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January 1993 in “DNA sequence” KRT2.13 gene is similar to KRT2.9 but not expressed in hair follicles.