research The naked truth: Sphynx and Devon Rex cat breed mutations in KRT71
Sphynx cats are hairless and Devon Rex cats have curly hair due to specific genetic mutations.
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300-330 / 1000+ results research T Cell Immunodeficiency, Congenital Alopecia, and Nail Dystrophy
A rare genetic mutation causes severe immune issues, hair loss, and nail problems.
research Congenital atrichia with papular lesions resulting from novel mutations in human hairless gene in four consanguineous families
Mutations in the hairless gene cause a rare form of permanent hair loss.
research Atrichia with papular lesions resulting from a novel insertion mutation in the human hairless gene
Researchers found a new mutation causing total hair loss from birth.
research Keratins and disease at a glance
Keratins are crucial for tissue strength, and mutations in keratin genes can lead to various diseases, highlighting the need for targeted therapies.
research Mutational spectrum associated with oculocutaneous albinism and Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome in nine Pakistani families
New genetic variants linked to albinism were found in Pakistani families.
research CPK1 activates CNGCs through phosphorylation for Ca2+ signaling to promote root hair growth in Arabidopsis
CPK1 helps root hair growth in Arabidopsis by activating channels for calcium signaling.
research 507 Trial to investigate the role of ATP-sensitive potassium channels (KATPc) in dermal papilla cells (DPCs)
ATP-sensitive potassium channels are important for hair growth.
research Booby Trap: Cancer gene spurs production of DNA-assaulting chemicals that alert and defuse rescue molecule (Cancer; Oxidative damage)
The cancer gene c-Myc increases harmful chemicals that damage DNA and can lead to cancer, but antioxidants can reduce this damage.
research Susceptibility variants for male-pattern baldness on chromosome 20p11
research Genomic Organization and Amplification of the Human Keratin 15 and Keratin 19 Genes
The study mapped keratin 15 and 19 genes, aiding future genetic disorder research.
research Alymphoid cystic thymic dysgenesis - FOXN1 gene mutation: a rare case report of two siblings
Two siblings had a rare immune disorder caused by a FOXN1 gene mutation.
research Three Novel Homozygous Point Mutations and a New Polymorphism in the COL17A1 Gene: Relation to Biological and Clinical Phenotypes of Junctional Epidermolysis Bullosa
research Homozygous Nonsense Mutation in DSC3 Resulting in Skin Fragility and Hypotrichosis
A boy's skin fragility and sparse hair were caused by a genetic mutation affecting skin cell adhesion.
research Molecular mechanisms of Y chromosome loss and UTY gene activity
Loss of the Y chromosome and UTY gene activity increases cancer risk in men.
research 474 Stabilizing mutations of KLHL24 ubiquitin ligase cause loss of keratin 14 and human skin fragility
Certain mutations in the KLHL24 gene cause a skin disorder by breaking down an important skin protein.
research Postzygotic Mutations in Beta-Actin Are Associated with Becker’s Nevus and Becker’s Nevus Syndrome
Mutations in the ACTB gene cause Becker’s nevi and may lead to muscle issues in Becker’s nevus syndrome.
research Cisd2 deficiency impairs neutrophil function by regulating calcium homeostasis via Calnexin and SERCA
Lack of Cisd2 disrupts calcium balance in cells, leading to poorly functioning neutrophils.
research INDENTIFICATION OF GENES INVOLVED IN INHERITED ECTODERMAL DYSPLASIAS
Mutations in specific genes cause different types of ectodermal dysplasias.
research WNT10A , dermatology and dentistry
Mutations in the WNT10A gene can cause skin, hair, teeth, and other disorders, and may also affect other areas like kidney and cancer, with potential for targeted treatments.
research Loss of Ten1 in mice induces telomere shortening and models human dyskeratosis congenita
Loss of Ten1 in mice causes telomere shortening and symptoms similar to human dyskeratosis congenita.
research Identification of two additional novel mutations in the AR gene associated with severe forms of androgen insensitivity syndrome
Two new mutations in the AR gene linked to severe androgen insensitivity were found.
research CXXC5: A novel regulator and coordinator of TGF-β, BMP and Wnt signaling
CXXC5 is a protein that controls cell growth and healing processes, and changes in its activity can lead to diseases like cancer and hair loss.
research Improved 2α-Hydroxylation Efficiency of Steroids by CYP154C2 Using Structure-Guided Rational Design
Mutants of CYP154C2 enzyme significantly improved steroid conversion efficiency.
research One Transgene: Two Outcomes
Modified β-catenin can cause different effects in mouse skin cells, leading to cysts or tumors depending on the cell type.
research Genetic Variation in CYP2B6, UGT1A4 and Sulfotransferases Is Associated with Disease-Free Survival in South African Breast Cancer Patients Treated with Tamoxifen
Genetic differences affect breast cancer treatment success with tamoxifen in South African patients.
research Novel Mutation in the Hemojuvelin Gene (HJV) in a Patient with Juvenile Hemochromatosis Presenting with Insulin-dependent Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary Hypothyroidism and Hypogonadism
A new mutation in the HJV gene was found in a young woman with juvenile hemochromatosis, causing unusual symptoms like secondary hypothyroidism.
research A case report of a novel homozygote mutation causing severe Leydig cell hypoplasia: insights in the coexistence of nonsense mutation and polymorphism in the same LHCGR gene locus
A new genetic mutation causes severe Leydig cell hypoplasia, affecting sexual development.
research Molecular Genetics of Inherited Disorders of Epidermal Keratins
Mutations in keratin genes cause skin disorders, but new treatments show promise.
research A novel pathogenic variant of NECTIN4 gene in a child with ectodermal dysplasia-syndactyly syndrome
A child with ectodermal dysplasia-syndactyly syndrome has a new mutation in the NECTIN4 gene.