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Curly hair is influenced by specific genetic variations.
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480-510 / 1000+ resultsresearch Regeneration Genetics
Understanding tissue regeneration in animals can improve regenerative medicine.
research Considerations in genetic counseling of transgender patients: Cultural competencies and altered disease risk profiles
Genetic counselors should be culturally skilled and aware of transgender patients' unique health risks and needs.
research Genetic deletion of TNFα inhibits ultraviolet radiation-induced development of cutaneous squamous cell carcinomas in PKCε transgenic mice via inhibition of cell survival signals
Deleting TNFα gene reduces skin cancer risk in certain mice.
research Genetic lineage tracing in skin reveals predominant expression of HEY2 in dermal papilla during telogen and that HEY2 + cells contribute to the regeneration of dermal cells during wound healing
HEY2+ cells help regenerate skin during wound healing.
research 129 Genetic transformation of keratoacanthoma-type cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma following intralesional chemotherapy
Intralesional chemotherapy with 5-fluorouracil and methotrexate may worsen keratoacanthoma-type skin cancer in transplant patients.
research P-055 MONOZYGOTIC TRANSGENDER MALE TWINS: A CASE REPORT HIGHLIGHTING GENETIC CONCORDANCE IN GENDER DYSPHORIA
Genetics may play a significant role in gender dysphoria.
research Risk factors for the development of and outcomes after diagnosis of autoimmune alopecia areata in patients with inflammatory bowel diseases
IBD patients treated with TNF antagonists may develop autoimmune alopecia areata, with severe cases less likely to improve.
research Beyond Traditional Treatments: Exploring Cutting-Edge Approaches for Androgenetic Alopecia
New treatments like low-level laser therapy, platelet-rich plasma therapy, and micro needling show positive results for hair regrowth in people with genetic hair loss.
research Genetic association of complement component 2 polymorphism with systemic lupus erythematosus
The A allele of the C2 gene increases the risk of lupus, while the G allele may protect against it.
research Grey, curly and short-haired Swiss Holstein cattle show genetic traces of the Simmental breed
Swiss Holstein cattle with curly, short hair carry genes from the Simmental breed.
research MP86-01 VARIABILITY OF RETAIL PRICING OF GENERIC UROLOGIC MEDICATIONS IN A MAJOR US METROPOLITAN AREA
Generic urologic medication prices vary by pharmacy type, not by location or income level.
research Clinical Snippets
Topical Imiquimod may fight vascular tumors by affecting blood vessels or the immune system, low iron might be linked to some hair loss, removing the top skin layer helps vitamin C get in, genetic testing helps diagnose skin conditions, and too much iron could worsen skin inflammation.
research Assessment of Human Nuclear Factor Erythroid 2 Related Factor 2 (NRF2) in Androgenetic Alopecia in Egyptian Men
Changes in NRF2 levels may contribute to hair loss in Egyptian men.
research The impact of certain genetic variants (single nucleotide polymorphisms) on incidence and severity of COVID‐19
Certain genetic differences may affect how likely someone is to get COVID-19 and how severe it might be.
research Differential impact of environmental factors on systemic and localized autoimmunity
Environmental factors like diet and vitamin levels, especially Vitamin D, can affect autoimmune diseases differently, with lifestyle changes potentially improving outcomes.
research Clinical and Genetic Aspects of Alopecia Areata: A Cutting Edge Review
Hair loss from Alopecia Areata is caused by both genes and environment, with several treatments available but challenges in cost and relapse remain.
research Cyberspace Chat: Beyond genetics part III: evidence that lifestyle choices may impact hair loss in androgenetic alopecia
Lifestyle choices like stress, smoking, heavy drinking, sun exposure, and chemical hair treatments might speed up hair loss in people with androgenetic alopecia.
research WRKY transcription factors (TFs): Molecular switches to regulate drought, temperature, and salinity stresses in plants
WRKY transcription factors help plants manage stress and support growth.
research Environmental and Cosmetic Factors in Hair Loss and Destruction
Environmental and cosmetic factors, including heat, chemicals, and sun exposure, can cause hair loss and damage.
research Deletion of hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl 4-hydroxylase 2 in FoxD1-lineage mesenchymal cells leads to congenital truncal alopecia
Removing a specific gene in certain skin cells causes hair loss on the body by disrupting normal hair development.
research Clinical and genetic predictors of persistent chemotherapy-induced alopecia despite scalp cooling in breast cancer
Tamoxifen increases the risk of lasting hair loss after chemotherapy despite scalp cooling.
research 2022 Update on Prostate Cancer Epidemiology and Risk Factors—A Systematic Review
Prostate cancer is common, but risk can be reduced by avoiding smoking, unhealthy diet, inactivity, certain medications, and risky jobs.
research Network-based identification genetic effect of SARS-CoV-2 infections to Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) patients
SARS-CoV-2 may worsen IPF due to shared genes and pathways, suggesting potential drug targets.
research Unexpected Autocrine Role of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor in Squamous Cell Carcinoma
VEGF helps squamous cell carcinoma grow in ways beyond just blood vessel formation.
research Premature graying of hair: Risk factors, co‐morbid conditions, pharmacotherapy and reversal—A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Premature graying of hair is linked to various health issues and can sometimes be reversed by treating underlying conditions.
research Advances in genetic and molecular understanding of Omenn syndrome - implications for the future
Newborn screening and gene therapy are expected to improve outcomes for Omenn syndrome patients.
research Transforming growth factor-β in stem cells and tissue homeostasis
TGF-β is crucial for tissue repair and can cause diseases if not properly regulated.
research Microphthalmic-associated transcription factor integrates melanocyte biology and melanoma progression.
Mitf plays a key role in melanoma progression and is linked to disease stage.
research THERAPEUTIC HOTLINE: Genetic variations in the androgen receptor gene and finasteride response in women with androgenetic alopecia mediated by epigenetics
Women with greater androgen sensitivity respond better to finasteride for hair loss.