research Pili Torti: A Feature of Numerous Congenital and Acquired Conditions
Pili torti is a rare condition where hair is twisted and breaks easily, often linked to genetic disorders or other health issues.
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810-840 / 1000+ resultsresearch Bone morphogenetic protein-2 (BMP-2) transactivates Dlx3 through Smad1 and Smad4: alternative mode for Dlx3 induction in mouse keratinocytes
BMP-2 activates the Dlx3 gene in mouse skin cells, important for hair and skin development.
research Involvement of the Edar Signaling in the Control of Hair Follicle Involution (Catagen)
Edar signaling is crucial for controlling hair growth and regression.
research Sostdc1 defines the size and number of skin appendage placodes
Sostdc1 controls the size and number of hair and mammary gland structures.
research Interleukin 6 and STAT3 regulate p63 isoform expression in keratinocytes during regeneration
The conclusion is that the IL-6/STAT3 activation affects p63 expression in healing wounds, which may help in hair follicle regeneration.
research Aberrant Wnt Signaling Induces Comedo-Like Changes in the Murine Upper Hair Follicle
Overactive Wnt signaling in mouse skin stem cells causes acne-like cysts and shrinking oil glands, which some treatments can partially fix.
research Regenerative Potential of Adipose Tissue–Derived Exosomes in Treating Hair Shaft Abnormalities: A Case Report
Exosome therapy improved hair growth and quality in a child with hair issues.
research T Cell Immunodeficiency, Congenital Alopecia, and Nail Dystrophy
A rare genetic mutation causes severe immune issues, hair loss, and nail problems.
research Beauty is skin deep: the fascinating biology of the epidermis and its appendages.
The biology of skin and hair is complex and not fully understood.
research The functions of ocu-miR-205 in regulating hair follicle development in Rex rabbits
Ocu-miR-205 helps control hair growth in Rex rabbits by affecting cell processes and signaling pathways.
research Highlights from Recent Cancer Literature
Recent findings advanced understanding of cancer mechanisms and potential treatments.
research Low-sulfur hair syndrome associated with UVB photosensitivity and testicular failure
Low-sulfur hair syndrome can cause UVB sensitivity and testicular failure.
research Transcriptomic landscape of early hair follicle and epidermal development
Early hair follicle development involves distinct cell populations and Wnt signaling influences cell identity.
research Application of stem cells in regeneration medicine
Stem cells and their exosomes show promise for repairing tissues and healing wounds when delivered effectively, but more research is needed on their tracking and optimal use.
research Hair That Is Difficult to Manage in a Hispanic Girl
A 9-year-old Hispanic girl has Uncombable Hair Syndrome, which may improve with age and biotin treatment.
research Clouston syndrome: A complete genotype–Phenotype correlation after four decades and six generations
Clouston syndrome is inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern and caused by a specific gene mutation, with no current treatment available.
research Molecular Genetics of Human Hair Diseases
research High-sulfur protein deficient human hair: clinical aspects and biochemical study of two unreported cases of a variant type of trichothiodystrophy
Two patients had a unique form of trichothiodystrophy with reduced high-sulfur proteins in their hair.
research Autosomal recessive monilethrix: Novel variants of the DSG4 gene in three Chinese families
New gene variants linked to a rare inherited hair loss disorder were found in three Chinese families.
research A novel MBTPS2 variant associated with BRESHECK syndrome impairs sterol‐regulated transcription and the endoplasmic reticulum stress response
A new genetic variant causes BRESHECK syndrome by disrupting cell growth and stress response.
research Hairy tale of signaling in hair follicle development and cycling
Hair growth and development are controlled by specific signaling pathways.
research Further Insights in Trichothiodistrophy: A Clinical, Microscopic, and Ultrastructural Study of 20 Cases and Literature Review
TTD symptoms vary widely, requiring thorough evaluations.
research Epidermolysis bullosa simplex: a paradigm for disorders of tissue fragility
Epidermolysis bullosa simplex causes easily blistered skin due to faulty skin cell proteins, leading to new treatment ideas.
research An Extended Epidermal Response Heals Cutaneous Wounds in the Absence of a Hair Follicle Stem Cell Contribution
Skin can heal wounds without hair follicle stem cells, but it takes a bit longer.
research Mutations in Three Genes Encoding Proteins Involved in Hair Shaft Formation Cause Uncombable Hair Syndrome
Mutations in three genes cause Uncombable Hair Syndrome, leading to frizzy hair that can't be combed flat.
research Position effect on FGF13 associated with X-linked congenital generalized hypertrichosis
FGF13 gene changes cause excessive hair growth in a rare condition.
research A Novel Mouse Type I Intermediate Filament Gene, Keratin 17n (K17n), Exhibits Preferred Expression in Nail Tissue
A new mouse gene, Keratin 17n, is mainly found in nail tissue and may explain why mice without Keratin 17 don't have nail issues.
research Testing Chemotherapeutic Agents in the Feather Follicle Identifies a Selective Blockade of Cell Proliferation and a Key Role for Sonic Hedgehog Signaling in Chemotherapy-Induced Tissue Damage
Blocking Sonic Hedgehog signaling may help manage hair loss from chemotherapy.
research cDermo-1 misexpression induces dense dermis, feathers, and scales
cDermo-1 causes dense skin, feathers, and scales in chickens.
research Hair follicle stem cells:In vitroandin vivoneural differentiation
Hair follicle stem cells can become different cell types and may help treat neurodegenerative disorders.