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October 2003 in “Genetics” The mK6irs1/Krt2-6g gene likely causes wavy hair in mice.
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November 2008 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” DGAT1 enzyme is crucial for healthy skin and hair by regulating retinoid levels.
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November 2018 in “Genetics in medicine” Lack of cystatin M/E causes thin hair and dry skin.
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December 2024 in “Turkish Journal of Forensic Medicine” Next-Generation Sequencing improves forensic analysis by providing detailed genetic information quickly.
July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Nelfb is essential for dermal fat development and survival.
MIR135b affects wound healing by targeting genes, and PDRN may help heal wounds by altering this pathway.
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April 2007 in “Kidney international” Vitamin D boosts a specific gene activity in kidney cells that could improve heart and kidney function.
Keratinocytes can reduce the survival of certain melanoma cells, suggesting new therapy paths.
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February 2021 in “Scientific Reports” RNA aptamers can specifically block FGF5-related cell growth, potentially treating related diseases or hair disorders.
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March 2024 in “Genes & Diseases” EBF1 controls hair type and length.
Deleting the MAD2L1 gene in mice led to rapid tumor growth despite chromosomal instability.
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