27 citations
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June 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The study found that variations in hair protein genes are likely due to evolutionary deletions or duplications.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Deleting the CRIF1 gene in mice disrupts skin and hair formation, certain proteins affect hair growth, a new compound may improve skin and hair health, blood cell-derived stem cells can create skin-like structures, and hair follicle stem cells come from embryonic cells needing specific signals for development.
23 citations
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June 2010 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A mutation in the Soat1 gene causes hair structure defects and other health issues in AKR/J mice.
7 citations
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August 2017 in “Genetic testing and molecular biomarkers” A new mutation in the FLCN gene linked to Birt-Hogg-Dube syndrome was found, suggesting people with certain lung collapse should be tested for this mutation and screened for kidney and colon cancer.
6 citations
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October 2023 in “Animal Biotechnology” A specific gene variation in goats is linked to better growth traits.
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February 2019 in “Veterinary medicine and science” An American Bully with a genetic skin condition improved significantly with specific topical treatments.
28 citations
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February 2010 in “Experimental Dermatology” The frizzy mouse and hairless rat mutations are due to changes in the Prss8 gene.
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December 1998 in “Journal of Cell Science” The LEF-1 binding site enhances gene expression in hair follicles, with other proteins aiding specific regulation.
28 citations
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November 2019 in “Gene” The ITGB6 gene is important for tissue repair and hair growth, and mutations can lead to enamel defects and other health issues.
January 2018 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Researchers found key regions in the mouse hairless gene that control its activity in skin and brain cells, affecting hair follicle function.
42 citations
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October 2009 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Mutations in the KRT85 gene cause hair and nail problems.
19 citations
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May 2006 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Researchers found a new mutation causing total hair loss from birth.
4 citations
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December 2021 in “Journal of clinical laboratory analysis” A new mutation in the DCAF17 gene was found to cause Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome in a large family.
4 citations
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July 2012 in “Genesis” The Megsin-Cre transgene is a new tool for genetic manipulation in the skin and upper digestive tract.
1 citations
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October 2017 in “Circulation” A new technology showed that the SOX9 gene might control heart scar formation after injury, suggesting new treatment possibilities.
58 citations
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July 2005 in “Molecular and Cellular Biology” A specific gene segment can make mouse skin cells glow, helping study hair growth and gene effects.
33 citations
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October 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A specific gene mutation causes sparse, brittle hair in a family.
April 2012 in “Cancer Research” Stat3 influences keratinocyte stem cell behavior, affecting differentiation and migration.
29 citations
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January 1996 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” A genetic mutation in a specific gene causes a salt-wasting condition in a Pakistani girl and her family.
September 2025 in “Development” Nelfb is crucial for forming skin fat tissue by regulating genes needed for fat cell development.
November 2022 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” MOF controls skin development by regulating genes for mitochondria and cilia.
May 2009 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” PPARgamma is crucial for healthy hair follicles, and its loss causes scarring alopecia.
1 citations
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September 2015 Gefitinib treatment led to unexpected hair growth in two lung cancer patients.
87 citations
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March 2007 in “Biological Chemistry” Deleting the scd1 gene in mice prevents obesity by disrupting skin lipids and improving heat regulation.
14 citations
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October 2018 in “PloS one” Deleting the Far2 gene in mice causes sebaceous gland issues and patchy hair loss.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Losing both ERBB2 and ERBB3 receptors in mice causes significant skin problems and inflammation.
182 citations
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May 2003 in “Development” Myc activation reduces skin stem cells by affecting cell adhesion.
July 2007 in “Cancer biology & therapy” Removing a key gene in mice leads to premature aging and loss of stem cells.
27 citations
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July 2018 in “Experimental dermatology” Autophagy is crucial for normal sebaceous gland function and sebum composition.
53 citations
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June 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” KAP genes show significant genetic variability, but its impact on hair traits is unclear.