September 2025 in “Science Advances” PADI4 enzyme slows down cell growth in developing hair follicles.
January 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Some lesser-known causes of PCOS include autoimmune issues, genetic mutations, and changes in the body's microbiome.
December 2025 in “Pharmaceutics” Personalized skin rejuvenation using genomics shows promise but needs more research.
9 citations
,
January 2022 in “Biology” Male mice are more susceptible to autism-like changes from valproic acid than female mice.
2 citations
,
September 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Special proteins are important for skin balance, healing, and aging, and affect skin stem cells.
September 2025 in “Current Oncology” LncRNAs may help improve brain cancer treatment and diagnosis.
February 2024 in “New phytologist” DNA changes in tetraploid wheat improve root growth and nitrogen use.
489 citations
,
November 2021 in “Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy” The JAK/STAT pathway is important in cell processes and disease, and JAK inhibitors are promising for treating related conditions.
426 citations
,
August 2014 in “Nature Medicine” Skin stem cells interacting with their environment is crucial for maintaining and regenerating skin and hair, and understanding this can help develop new treatments for skin and hair disorders.
346 citations
,
April 2020 in “Frontiers in Oncology” EMT and metabolic pathways help cancer cells resist treatment and spread.
260 citations
,
January 2020 in “Nature” Stress can cause hair to turn gray by depleting stem cells.
247 citations
,
June 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” LncRNA Xist is crucial for X-chromosome inactivation and may be a target for treating diseases like cancer and heart issues.
221 citations
,
July 2012 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America” BMAL1 controls skin cell growth and UV damage risk, peaking at night.
129 citations
,
July 2019 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Epidermal stem cells help heal severe skin wounds and have potential for medical treatments.
124 citations
,
July 2017 in “eLife” Type XVII collagen helps control skin cell growth and could be a target for anti-aging treatments.
122 citations
,
January 2006 in “Molecular & Cellular Proteomics” Human hair contains many proteins, with some being highly abundant and modified.
85 citations
,
March 2008 in “Journal of Cell Science” The mutation causing Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome leads to severe skin problems and early death in mice.
83 citations
,
January 2023 in “Development” Hox genes are crucial for development and tissue maintenance, affecting structures and functions throughout life.
83 citations
,
October 2012 in “International Journal of Oncology” Wedelolactone selectively kills prostate cancer cells without harming normal cells.
81 citations
,
February 2014 in “EMBO molecular medicine” Activating Nrf2 in skin cells causes skin disease similar to chloracne in mice.
79 citations
,
November 2016 in “EMBO Reports” Disruptions in mammary stem cell division can lead to cancer, but targeting these processes might help treat breast cancer.
78 citations
,
November 2005 in “Endocrinology” Hairless protein can block vitamin D activation in skin cells.
55 citations
,
March 2014 in “EMBO Reports” Protein ubiquitylation is crucial for controlling stem cell functions and could be targeted for cancer treatment.
53 citations
,
January 2012 in “Developmental Biology” EGFR signaling is essential for ear cell regeneration in both birds and mammals.
50 citations
,
February 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A mutation in the KRT25 gene causes a rare hair disorder with thin, woolly hair.
46 citations
,
April 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Curcumin shows promise in reducing pain and inflammation, but more research is needed.
46 citations
,
June 2015 in “American Journal Of Pathology” Diabetes causes lasting cell dysfunctions, leading to serious complications even after blood sugar is controlled.
43 citations
,
January 2016 in “Cellular physiology and biochemistry” Epidermal Growth Factor helps hair follicle cells grow and move by activating a specific cell signaling pathway.
39 citations
,
August 2017 in “Annual Review of Genetics” Understanding tissue regeneration in animals can improve regenerative medicine.
39 citations
,
October 2012 in “Familial cancer” New therapies for Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome are being developed based on understanding the FLCN gene's role.