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Deleting the MAD2L1 gene is tolerated in certain mouse cancer models.
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April 2025 in “Scientific Reports” Researchers discovered how to control Claudin expression in cells, aiding cancer and regenerative medicine research.
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September 2018 in “Matrix Biology” Laminin-511 is essential for proper melanocyte movement and development in mice.
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April 2023 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology” CCCA may involve the PD1/PDL1 pathway and increased caspase 3, leading to permanent hair loss.
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May 2022 in “Cancers” UC.145 may be a new biomarker for predicting gastric cancer.
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January 2015 in “Dermatology” Two gene variations, rs6493497 and rs7176005, may be linked to female hair loss in Chinese people.
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September 2014 in “Molecular Plant” CLE40 and CRN/CLV2 pathways have opposite effects on root growth in Arabidopsis.
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December 2004 in “Developmental biology” cDermo-1 causes dense skin, feathers, and scales in chickens.
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology” NonClassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a less severe form of a genetic disorder affecting adrenal gland function.
CCC1 is essential for ion balance and proper plant cell function.
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July 2009 in “Journal of Cell Science” Deleting the CDSN gene causes severe skin and hair problems, leading to death.
Mutant Cx43 causes slower wound healing and hair growth issues in ODDD.
June 2026 in “Strathprints: The University of Strathclyde institutional repository (University of Strathclyde)” Topical IKKα inhibitors may help prevent CCS tumours.
April 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” A specific RNA helps increase the growth of skin cells in Liaoning cashmere goats by working with a protein to boost a growth-related gene.