research The structure of the “amorphous” matrix of keratins
Human hair keratin fibers have a detailed nano-scale structure that changes with different conditions.
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870-900 / 1000+ results research Author response: Arabidopsis formin 2 regulates cell-to-cell trafficking by capping and stabilizing actin filaments at plasmodesmata
Arabidopsis Formin 2 stabilizes actin filaments, affecting cell-to-cell movement and virus susceptibility.
research Existence of various structural zones in keratinous tissues revealed by X-ray microdiffraction
Keratinous tissues have multiple structural layers, including ordered keratin and lipid granules.
research 細胞配置と力学的刺激の複合効果がもたらす毛髪および皮膚附属器官の完全生体外再生
Hair follicles and skin structures were successfully regenerated in the lab using specific cell arrangements and mechanical conditions.
research Decision letter: Arabidopsis formin 2 regulates cell-to-cell trafficking by capping and stabilizing actin filaments at plasmodesmata
Arabidopsis Formin 2 stabilizes actin filaments to aid cell-to-cell trafficking.
research Formation of actin mesh structures and alpha-smooth muscle actin dynamics in fibroblasts contribute to dermal regeneration in mouse fetus
Actin and alpha-smooth muscle actin help skin heal in mouse fetuses.
research The cell membrane complex: Three related but different cellular cohesion components of mammalian hair fibers
The cell membrane complex in mammalian hair has three distinct types with different structures and chemical properties.
research Structures of three polycystic kidney disease-like domains fromClostridium histolyticumcollagenases ColG and ColH
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.
research Trichohyalin-Like Proteins Have Evolutionarily Conserved Roles in the Morphogenesis of Skin Appendages
Trichohyalin-like proteins are essential for the development of skin structures like hair, nails, and feathers.
research Histologische Untersuchungen an der bindegewebigen Wurzelscheide des Sinushaarfollikels bei der Katze: das Sinuskissen
The "sinuskissen" in cat hair follicles is mostly connective tissue, affecting fluid flow.
research Protein chains in hair and epidermal keratin IF: Structural features and spatial arrangements
research Ultrastructural localization of hair keratins, high sulfur keratin-associated proteins and sulfhydryl oxidase in the human hair
Hair proteins change location and structure as hair cells mature.
research Organization of microfibrils in keratin fibers studied by X-ray scattering
The study improved understanding of keratin fiber structure by showing consistent microfibril diameter but varying distances and electron density profiles.
research Preparation of scaffolds from human hair proteins for tissue-engineering applications
Human hair proteins can be used to create scaffolds that support cell growth for tissue engineering.
research 876 Imaging nanoscale changes in desmosome protein organization
Desmoglein 3 organization in cell connections changes without calcium, affecting cell adhesion.
research De novo filament formation by human hair keratins K85 and K35 follows a filament development pattern distinct from cytokeratin filament networks
Human hair keratins K85 and K35 create unique filament patterns important for early hair formation.
research Apoptosis and keratin intermediate filaments
research Shaping Up Mitochondrion in Motion
Mitochondria change shape to meet energy needs during cell movement.
research Multi-omics analysis unveils the role of cancer-associated fibroblasts in cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma
Cancer-associated fibroblasts promote tumor growth in skin cancer.
research Conditional knock out of N-WASP in keratinocytes causes skin barrier defects and atopic dermatitis-like inflammation
N-WASP is essential for healthy skin and preventing inflammation.
research Biology of the skin and dermatological disease
Knowing how skin works and its diseases helps doctors diagnose and treat skin conditions better.
research 144 Deciphering the role of the hexosamine pathway in skin homeostasis
The hexosamine pathway helps protect skin cells from stress and may improve skin and hair health.
research A Study of the Expression of Small Conductance Calcium-Activated Potassium Channels (SK1-3) in Sensory Endings of Muscle Spindles and Lanceolate Endings of Hair Follicles in the Rat
SK2 channels help control sensory signals in rat muscle spindles and hair follicles.
research Cell fate decisions: emerging roles for metabolic signals and cell morphology
Metabolic signals and cell shape influence how cells develop and change.
research A Regulatory Loop between β-Catenin and Extra-cellular Matrix Components during the Proliferative Phase of Cutaneous Wound Healing
ECM components regulate β-Catenin activity, affecting wound healing.
research Active mitochondria in healthy spiny mouse fibroblasts resemble megamitochondria and remain resilient across lifespan
Spiny mice have resilient, large mitochondria that help them regenerate tissue.
research Epithelial elements in superficial angiomyxomas: mimicry of adnexal development, and mesenchymal‐to‐epithelial transition
Epithelial elements in superficial angiomyxomas are non-neoplastic growths mimicking embryogenesis.
research Some observations on the proteins of the inner root sheath cells of hair follicles
research Pan-tissue scaling of stiffness versus fibrillar collagen reflects contractility-driven strain that inhibits fibril degradation
Tissue stiffness is influenced by contractility, which suppresses collagen breakdown.
research 線維芽細胞凝集塊形成による幹細胞形成機構の解明
Fibroblast spheres can form stem cells, but marker distribution needs more study.