research Structure and Mechanical Properties of Human Trichocyte Keratin Intermediate Filament Protein
Disulfide bonds make keratin in hair stronger and tougher.
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900-930 / 1000+ resultsresearch Characterization of dermal type I collagen of C3H mouse at different stages of the hair cycle
Collagen remodeling is more active during hair growth stages.
research A Raman spectroscopy investigation of the resilience of hair cuticular scales under uniaxial stress
Hair cuticles remain stable and resilient under stress due to strong protein content and crosslinking.
research Suprabasal change and subsequent formation of disulfide-stabilized homo- and hetero-dimers of keratins during esophageal epithelial differentiation
Keratins K4 and K13 form stable dimers in mature esophageal cells, aiding cell stability.
research Natural ‘Green’ Sugar-Based Treatment for Hair Styling
Scientists created a non-toxic, sugar-based hair product that can style hair without damage.
research Human epidermal transglutaminase. Preparation and properties.
The enzyme from human skin can cross-link proteins and needs calcium to work.
research Identification of the keratin-associated protein 13-3 (KAP13-3) gene in sheep
The KAP13-3 gene in sheep affects wool quality by influencing keratin assembly.
research Identification of the Ovine Keratin-Associated Protein 26-1 Gene and Its Association with Variation in Wool Traits
Selecting specific KRTAP26-1 gene variants can improve wool quality in sheep.
research Natural polymers for natural hair: the smart use of an innovative nanocarrier
Natural polymers can protect, repair, and promote hair regrowth.
research Localization of Zinc in a Dense Fiber-Connecting Piece Fraction of Rat Sperm Tails Analogous Chemically to Hair Keratin
Most zinc in rat sperm is in the tail, linked to structures similar to hair keratin.
research Tumor suppressor activity of ODC antizyme in MEK-driven skin tumorigenesis
Antizyme slows skin tumor growth by reducing cell growth in mice.
research Hyaluronate- and gelatin-based hydrogels encapsulating doxycycline as a wound dressing for burn injury therapy
New hydrogel dressing with antibiotic speeds up burn healing and skin regeneration.
research Generation of the Krt24-CreERT2 Mouse Line Targeting Outer Bulge Hair Follicle Cells
The study created a mouse model to better understand hair follicle stem cells' role in hair growth and repair.
research Multifunctional Dynamic Cerium-Polypeptide Hydrogel with Antibacterial Antioxidative Antiinflammatory for Multidrug-Resistant Bacterial Infected Wound Healing
The cerium-polypeptide hydrogel effectively heals drug-resistant bacterial wounds by fighting bacteria, reducing inflammation, and promoting tissue repair.
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 The sheep KAP8-2 gene, a new KAP8 family member that is absent in humans
Sheep have a unique gene, KAP8-2, that humans don't have, which may affect wool properties.
research Colocalization of Cystatin M/E and its Target Proteases Suggests a Role in Terminal Differentiation of Human Hair Follicle and Nail
Cystatin M/E helps in the final stages of hair and nail formation by controlling certain enzymes.
research Activating an adaptive immune response from a hydrogel scaffold imparts regenerative wound healing
A special gel scaffold was made that speeds up wound healing and skin regeneration, even though it breaks down faster than expected.
research Microneedles self-implanting Astragalus polysaccharides-hybridized composite hydrogel combined with minoxidil to enhance in situ anti-androgenetic alopecia.
Microneedles with Astragalus and minoxidil improve hair growth.
research Embryo‐Fetal Developmental Toxicity and Toxicokinetics Studies of YWS1903 , a Novel Potassium‐Competitive Acid Blocker, in Pregnant Rats
YWS1903 is safe for pregnant rats at moderate doses but causes fetal issues at high doses.
research A NEW GENERATION OF MARKERS FOR CANCER DETECTION AND DRUG TRANSPORT
New markers can detect tumors, aid drug delivery, and treat cancer effectively and safely.
research Porous hydrogel of wool hair keratin as a substrate for cell culture
A wool hair keratin hydrogel is promising for growing cells and tissue engineering.
research Impact of ustekinumab on quality of life and sexual difficulties associated with psoriasis: Results from phase III clinical trials
Ustekinumab significantly improved sexual function and quality of life for people with moderate to severe psoriasis.
research Crosslinking Between Trichocyte Keratins and Keratin Associated Proteins
research The Density Issue — A Debate That Refuses To Die
The debate over density remains unresolved.
research Midline Convergence: Nature’s Way to Maximize the Appearance of Midline Density
Nature uses midline convergence to make the center of something look denser or thicker.
research Visible Light-Mediated Environmentally Friendly and Universally Applicable Green Chemistry for Hair Cross-Linking
The study found a green method for strengthening hair works on all hair colors and is eco-friendly.
research Regenerating the skin: a task for the heterogeneous stem cell pool and surrounding niche
Different types of stem cells and their environments are key to skin repair and maintenance.
research Interactions between Crossed Hair Fibers at the Nanoscale
Hair fibers interact through classical forces, which are influenced by treatments and products, important for hair care and other applications.
research Ultrastructural visualization of cross-linked protein features in epidermal appendages
Cross-linked proteins help maintain the structure of hair, feathers, and hagfish teeth.