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February 2017 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Mollusc egg extract helps skin and hair cells grow and heal.
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August 2022 in “Experimental dermatology” Blocking YAP/TAZ could be a new way to treat skin cancer.
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May 2021 in “EMBO journal” Cell polarity signaling controls tissue mechanics and cell fate, with complex interactions and varying pathways across species.
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May 2021 in “Small ruminant research” The study found specific proteins that could mark different growth stages of cashmere goat hair and may help improve cashmere production.
December 2025 in “Rapid Communications in Mass Spectrometry” Pepsin digestion improves accuracy in analyzing proteins in human hair.
June 2025 in “Rapid Communications in Mass Spectrometry” The new method improves protein extraction and analysis in hair, aiding biomedical and forensic work.
May 2024 in “Proteome science” Bleaching damages hair by reducing the quality of keratin and keratin-associated proteins.
December 2023 in “Journal of ethnopharmacology” Tribuloside can increase skin pigmentation by enhancing melanin production and distribution.
September 2023 in “Journal of Natural Fibers” Drying hair with a microfiber towel better maintains hair strength and structure than using a cotton towel or blow-drier.
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August 1990 in “PubMed” Keratins K1 and K10 are found in the inner root sheath and cuticle of human hair follicles.
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February 2002 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Understanding hair follicle development can help treat hair loss, skin regeneration, and certain skin cancers.
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August 1998 in “FEBS Letters” Two new enzymes, PAD-R11 and PAD-R4, were cloned and showed activity, with PAD-R11 resembling epidermal enzymes.
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August 2020 in “Experimental eye research/Experimental Eye Research” Different types of cells in the eye express specific keratins at various stages of development.
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February 2007 in “Cytology and genetics” Gene expression regulates keratin production for normal hair growth.
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July 2004 in “Journal of morphology” Monotreme hair structure and protein distribution are similar to other mammals, but their inner root sheath cornifies differently, suggesting a unique evolution from reptile skin.
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January 2015 in “Journal of regenerative medicine & tissue engineering” The review concludes that innovations in regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, and developmental biology are essential for effective tissue repair and organ transplants.
March 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” The research identified key proteins that affect wool fiber thickness in Angora rabbits.
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July 2021 in “Cell” Fibroblasts are crucial for tissue repair and inflammation, and understanding them can help treat fibrotic diseases.
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May 2008 in “Cytokine & growth factor reviews” TNF family proteins are crucial for the development of skin features like hair, teeth, and mammary glands.
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March 2017 in “Experimental Dermatology” Curly hair is influenced by specific genetic variations.
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August 2004 in “The FASEB Journal” Mice with human skin protein K8 had more skin problems and cancer.
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September 2004 in “Biomacromolecules” The Glu413Lys mutation in keratin affects hair stability, while Glu413Asp does not.
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May 2020 in “Forensic Science International Genetics” The method improved hair analysis for better forensic identification.
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July 2022 in “Orphanet journal of rare diseases” New treatments for ichthyosis, like protein replacement and gene therapy, show promise and may become standard care.
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September 2002 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Abnormal keratin expression in mice causes severe oral issues, affecting feeding.
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April 2018 in “Scientific Reports” The genes KRT25 and SP6 affect curly hair in horses, with KRT25 also causing hair loss. If both genes are mutated, the horse gets curly hair and hair loss. KRT25 can hide the effect of SP6.
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May 2022 in “PLOS ONE” Certain genes and pathways are linked to the production of finer and denser wool in Hetian sheep.
6 citations
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August 2023 in “BMC genomics” The study found that genetic differences related to hair growth and other traits help cashmere goats adapt to high-altitude environments.
4 citations
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June 2023 in “Journal of developmental biology” The skin systems of jawed vertebrates evolved diverse appendages like hair and scales from a common structure over 420 million years ago.
November 2023 in “BMC genomics” The study concluded that the arachidonic acid pathway and the protein KRT79 play a role in determining the fineness of cashmere.