research Autosomal-Dominant Woolly Hair Resulting from Disruption of Keratin 74 (KRT74), a Potential Determinant of Human Hair Texture
A mutation in the KRT74 gene causes tightly curled hair.
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research Genome‐wide association study identifies variants associated with hair length in Brangus cattle
Scientists found genes linked to hair length in Brangus cattle that could help breed heat-tolerant cattle.
research MiR-23b and miR-133 cotarget TGFβ2/NOTCH1 in dermal fibroblasts and affect hair follicle development in sheep
Two microRNAs affect hair follicle development in sheep by targeting specific genes.
research Keratinocyte integrin α3β1 induces expression of the macrophage stimulating factor, CSF-1, through a YAP/TEAD-dependent mechanism.
research The role of fibroblast growth factor receptor 2b in skin homeostasis and cancer development
Fgfr2b helps maintain healthy skin and prevent cancer.
research Autosomal recessive woolly hair/hypotrichosis caused by LIPH mutations: a case report
Mutations in the LIPH gene cause woolly hair in a child.
research A Group of Type I Keratin Genes on Human Chromosome 17: Characterization and Expression
Only one of the two K16 genes on chromosome 17 makes a functional protein for keratin filaments.
research The L412F variant of Toll-like receptor 3 (TLR3) is associated with cutaneous candidiasis, increased susceptibility to cytomegalovirus, and autoimmunity
The L412F variant of TLR3 is linked to skin infections, more viral infections, and autoimmune issues.
research The BLMP-1 transcription factor promotes oscillatory gene expression to achieve timely molting
BLMP-1 is important for regular molting and gene expression cycles in worms.
research New plaque protein identified in brains of people with Alzheimer's disease
Scientists found a new protein, AMY117, common in Alzheimer's patients, which could be important for treatment and diagnosis.
research A group of type I keratin genes on human chromosome 17: characterization and expression.
Only one K16 gene on chromosome 17 makes a functional keratin protein.
research Fibroblast growth factor 21 is differentially expressed in flank skin and regulates the proliferation of hair follicles in yak
research Cloning and sequence analysis of KAP 6.1 gene in Xinjiang fine-wool sheep
Researchers cloned a gene from Xinjiang fine-wool sheep, finding it very similar to other sheep and somewhat similar to goats, humans, and rabbits.
research Functional mapping of the mouse hairless gene promoter region
Researchers found key regions in the mouse hairless gene that control its activity in skin and brain cells, affecting hair follicle function.
research Autosomal recessive woolly hair/hypotrichosis with homozygous mutation in the <i>LIPH</i> gene: a case report
A genetic mutation in the LIPH gene causes a rare hair disorder with sparse, curly hair.
research Follistatin and secreted frizzled-related protein 1, OVO homolog-like 1-regulated genes, are important for hair follicle neogenesis
Certain genes controlled by OVOL1 are crucial for creating new hair follicles.
research A New Clinical Variant of Hereditary Localized Alopecia: Report of a Chinese Family Mapped to Chromosome 2p25.1–2p23.2
A new type of hereditary hair loss in a Chinese family is linked to chromosome 2p25.1–2p23.2.
research Correction of ornithine transcarbamylase (OTC) deficiency in spf‐ash mice by introduction of rat OTC gene
Introducing the rat OTC gene partially corrected OTC deficiency in mice.
research Deletion analysis of AGD1 reveals domains crucial for its plasma membrane recruitment and function in root hair polarity
AGD1's PH domain is essential for its role in root hair growth and polarity.
research Ectrodactyly, Ectodermal Dysplasia, and Cleft Lip/Palate Syndrome with Concomitant Lymphopenia: A Novel TP63 Mutation
A new TP63 mutation was found in a baby with EEC syndrome, showing the need for TREC testing to check for immune issues.
research Application of PCR Technique to Detect Polymorphism of the KRTAP1.1 Gene in Three Sheep Breeds - A Review
The PCR technique can identify genetic differences in a wool-related gene among different sheep breeds, which may help improve wool and pelt quality.
research Hairless protein of Jumonji family and hair loss
Mutations in the hairless protein gene cause hair loss.
research The feasibility and utility of hair follicle sampling to measure FMRP and FMR1 mRNA in children with or without fragile X syndrome: a pilot study
Hair follicle sampling is a practical method for measuring biomarkers in children with and without Fragile X syndrome.
research Different phenotypes in a family with androgen insensitivity caused by the same M780I point mutation in the androgen receptor gene.
The same gene mutation can cause different symptoms in family members.
research The Expressions Rules of Wnt10b and SFRP2 Gene in Skin of Wanxi Angora Rabbit
Wnt10b promotes hair growth, while SFRP2 inhibits it in Wanxi Angora rabbits.
research Polygenic control of the wavy coat of the NCT mouse: involvement of an intracisternal A particle insertional mutation of the protease, serine 53 (Prss53) gene, and a modifier gene
The wavy coat in NCT mice is caused by multiple genes, including a mutation in the Prss53 gene.
research Dicer- and BSC-dependent miRNAs during murine anagen development
Dicer is crucial for hair growth in mice.
research The TRF1 telomere protein is essential for the generation and maintenance of iPS cells and marks both pluripotent and adult stem cells
TRF1 is crucial for creating and maintaining stem cells and marks both pluripotent and adult stem cells.
research PBX homeobox 1 enhances hair follicle mesenchymal stem cell proliferation and reprogramming through activation of the AKT/glycogen synthase kinase signaling pathway and suppression of apoptosis
PBX1 helps hair stem cells grow and change by turning on certain cell signals and preventing cell death, which may be useful for hair regrowth treatments.
research The TFIID subunit TAF4 regulates keratinocyte proliferation and has cell-autonomous and non-cell-autonomous tumour suppressor activity in mouse epidermis
TAF4 is important for skin cell growth and helps prevent skin cancer in mice.