research Interleukin gene polymorphisms and alopecia areata: A systematic review and meta-analysis
A mutation in the IL2RA gene increases the risk of alopecia areata.
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330-360 / 1000+ resultsresearch Successful plasmapheresis and immunoglobulin treatment for severe lipid storage myopathy: Doing the right thing for the wrong reason
Correct diagnosis and treatment are crucial for effective management of lipid storage myopathies.
research The first 20 years of skin of color dermatology: An era of advancements in skin, hair, and nail disorders
Significant progress has been made in treating skin, hair, and nail disorders in people with skin of color, but disparities still exist.
research Unraveling the Molecular Mechanism of Bider Marking Formation in Dun Mongolian Horses Through Transcriptome Sequencing
"Bider" markings in Dun Mongolian horses are caused by a complex network of genes and pathways.
research Causal effects of glutamine and lipid-related metabolites on alopecia areata: A 2-sample Mendelian randomization study
Glutamine may protect against alopecia areata, while certain cholesterol and glucose levels may increase risk.
research Evolution of long scalp hair in humans
Long scalp hair evolved for cooling and social signaling.
research The Who’s, What’s, and “Y”s: Y Sex Chromosome Loss and Methylation for Analysis in Male Aging and Mortality and Forensic Science Applications
Understanding the Y chromosome is key to male health, aging, and developing diagnostic tools.
research More than One Gene Involved in Monilethrix: Intracellular but also Extracellular Players
Monilethrix involves multiple genes affecting hair structure, including DSG4 mutations.
research Genomic Characterization of Quality Wool Traits in Spanish Merino Sheep
Key genes linked to wool quality in Spanish Merino sheep can improve fine wool production.
research Physiology of Testicular Function
The testes produce sperm and hormones essential for male development.
research Genome-wide DNA methylation and transcriptome analyses reveal the key gene for wool type variation in sheep
The SOSTDC1 gene is crucial for determining sheep wool type.
research Differential Expression of MITF, WNT3A, SLC7A11, and EDN3 in the Shoulder ‘Bider Marking’ of Dun Mongolian Horses
MITF and WNT3A are key in Dun Mongolian horse pigmentation.
research Disentangling the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Health Disparities in African Americans: Biological, Environmental, and Social Factors
African Americans faced worse COVID-19 outcomes due to a mix of social, environmental, and biological factors.
research Spectrum of Phenotypes Associated with Human MC1R Variations
MC1R gene variations affect skin, hair color, UV sensitivity, and melanoma risk.
research Genomic Inbreeding and Runs of Homozygosity Analysis of Cashmere Goat
Inner Mongolia cashmere goats have the lowest inbreeding, aiding future breeding and conservation.
research Genome-wide association study in alopecia areata implicates both innate and adaptive immunity
Alopecia areata involves both innate and adaptive immunity, with specific genes linked to the disease.
research Independent genomewide screens identify the tumor suppressor VTRNA2-1 as a human epiallele responsive to periconceptional environment
The environment around the time of conception can change the VTRNA2-1 gene in a way that lasts for years and may affect disease risk.
research A Mutational Hotspot in the 2B Domain of Human Hair Basic Keratin 6 (hHb6) in Monilethrix Patients
A common mutation in the hHb6 gene is linked to monilethrix, but other factors may also play a role.
research Palatogenesis and cutaneous repair: A two‐headed coin
Palate formation and skin healing share similar biological processes.
research Loss of the Y Chromosome: A Review of Molecular Mechanisms, Age Inference, and Implications for Men’s Health
Loss of the Y chromosome in men is linked to health issues like heart disease and cancer.
research COVID-19 in Africa: an ovarian victory?
Africa's low COVID-19 rates may be linked to early measures and possibly higher estrogen levels in women.
research Forensic skeletal and molecular anthropology face to face: Combining expertise for identification of human remains
Combining skeletal and molecular anthropology improves identifying human remains.
research Evaluating the Causal Relationship Between Human Blood Metabolites and the Susceptibility to Alopecia Areata
Blood metabolites significantly influence alopecia areata risk.
research Molecular monitoring of short- and long-term transcriptional effects of hair growth stimulating agents
Hair growth serums A and C can affect hair growth genes and pathways, suggesting potential for personalized hair loss treatments.
research Forensic DNA Phenotyping: Male Pattern Baldness: Traditional Review
DNA markers can help predict male pattern baldness, useful in criminal and missing person cases.
research Landing Eyes on Unnoticed Disorder: A Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common but often undiagnosed disorder in women that can cause irregular periods, infertility, and other symptoms, and can be managed with lifestyle changes, medication, and sometimes surgery.
research Diversifying the case study: How far has physiology education come in integrating equality, diversity and inclusion into the curricula?
Physiology education needs to include more diversity and different perspectives to better represent all populations.
research Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis with Woolly Hair Caused by a Mutation in the Keratin 25 Gene Expressed in Hair Follicles
A mutation in the KRT25 gene causes a rare hair disorder with thin, woolly hair.
research Genomic prediction and genome-wide association studies of morphological traits and distraction index in Korean Sapsaree dogs
Genomic prediction can improve breeding strategies for Korean Sapsaree dogs.
research Case Report: Disorder of Sexual Development in a Chinese Crested Dog With XX/XY Leukocyte Chimerism and Mixed Cell Testicular Tumors
A female dog with mixed male and female traits was treated successfully with surgery.