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September 2007 in “The American journal of pathology” Chemotherapy damages hair follicles, causing hair loss and other cellular changes.
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June 2007 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” MT-DADMe-ImmA can selectively kill head and neck cancer cells without harming normal cells.
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September 2008 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Vitamin D receptor may help protect against UV-induced skin cancer.
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October 2023 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Genes and epigenetic changes are important in the development of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
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December 2020 in “PLANT PHYSIOLOGY” A mutant FERONIA gene affects root hair growth at high temperatures.
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October 2021 in “American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A” A new genetic variant causes BRESHECK syndrome by disrupting cell growth and stress response.
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January 2022 in “Biomaterials Science” RNA delivery is best for in-body use, while RNP delivery is good for outside-body use. Both methods are expected to greatly impact future treatments.
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September 2011 in “Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Molecular Basis of Disease” Hairless protein helps control hair growth by regulating vitamin D receptor activity.
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February 2021 in “FEBS open bio” Human hair keratins K85 and K35 create unique filament patterns important for early hair formation.
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April 2023 in “Animals” Deleting the EDAR gene in Cashmere goats affects genes and proteins related to hair growth.
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Medical Sciences” Lef1 helps stem cells become hair cells by interacting with specific signaling pathways.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Xiaozhi Yufa decoction may help treat hair loss by improving hair growth and reducing inflammation.
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July 2004 in “Molecular Medicine” Certain defective glucocorticoid receptor mutants move faster inside cell nuclei and work less effectively.
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January 2011 in “Springer eBooks” Histone demethylases play a key role in the development of many diseases and may be targets for treatment.
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July 2006 in “Endocrine Reviews” Estrogens significantly influence hair growth by interacting with receptors in hair follicles and may help regulate the hair growth cycle.
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May 2019 in “PLOS genetics” Mutations in the HEPHL1 gene cause abnormal hair and cognitive issues.
Menopause-related skin changes may increase fungal infections and inflammation.
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July 2012 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Targeting androgen receptors could be a promising way to treat skin disorders with fewer side effects.
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March 2018 in “Frontiers in Immunology” The document concludes that anti-dsDNA antibodies are not unique to SLE and their use as indicators is doubtful, highlighting the need for better understanding and classification of the disease.
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July 2015 in “Gene” DHT affects bone growth by altering gene activity in osteoblasts, potentially complicating steroid use.
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April 2020 in “Journal of dermatology” A person with a specific gene mutation had extra teeth, unique jaw and hair features not seen before in this condition.
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November 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” Different substances that activate or block the androgen receptor can affect male development and treat conditions like prostate cancer.
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April 2002 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” A new gene mutation causes female pseudohermaphroditism due to glucocorticoid resistance.
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June 2021 in “Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy” The document concludes that while there are promising methods to control CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, more research is needed to overcome challenges related to safety and effectiveness for clinical use.
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September 2017 in “Advances in protein chemistry and structural biology” Surface Plasmon Resonance is a useful tool for studying protein interactions and has potential for future technological advancements.
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January 1998 in “Dermatology” Spironolactone works well for acne and hirsutism, isotretinoin is very effective for acne and may have antiandrogenic effects, and 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors should be considered antiandrogens.
Tacrolimus causes fewer acute rejections than cyclosporin A in kidney transplants but doesn't necessarily improve kidney function after one year; cardiovascular risks and side effects vary between the two drugs.
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July 2001 in “American Journal of Human Genetics” Haplogroup X found in Altaian population supports Amerindian origin.
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February 1998 in “Gene” The B2 genes are crucial for hair growth in rats.