research Keratin 71 Mutations: From Water Dogs to Woolly Hair
A mutation in the KRT71 gene causes a hair disorder by disrupting hair follicle structure and texture.
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810-840 / 1000+ results research In vivo CD44‐CD49d complex formation in autoimmune disease has consequences on T cell activation and apoptosis resistance
The CD44-CD49d complex boosts T cell activation and survival in autoimmune disease.
research Studies on basal cell carcinoma with emphasis on the role of the human homologue of the Drosophila patched gene
PTCH gene mutations contribute to basal cell carcinoma development.
research Functional analysis of vitamin D receptor (VDR) using adenovirus vector
The study found that certain mutations in the vitamin D receptor can cause rickets and potentially affect hair growth.
research The molecular basis of human keratin disorders
research 120 Identification of post-translationally modified trichohyalin epitopes responsible for triggering autoimmunity in alopecia areata
Trichohyalin in hair can trigger immune attacks in alopecia areata.
research De novo single-nucleotide and copy number variation in discordant monozygotic twins reveals disease-related genes
The research found genetic differences in identical twins that could explain why one twin has a disease while the other does not.
research Experimental study on the compatibility and degradation of human hair keratin bridging for peripheral nerve defects
Human hair keratin can help nerve regeneration and is a promising material for nerve repair.
research HPV8 Field Cancerization in a Transgenic Mouse Model Is due to Lrig1+ Keratinocyte Stem Cell Expansion
HPV8 causes skin cancer by expanding specific skin stem cells.
research Spectrum of mucocutaneous manifestations in human immunodeficiency virus-infected patients and its correlation with CD4 lymphocyte count
HIV patients with lower CD4 T cell counts often have more skin problems.
research Genotypic and Phenotypic Study of PDCD4 gene Concerning micro RNA-21 and micro RNA-449b Polymorphism in Breast Cancer
PDCD4 protein levels, affected by genetics and breastfeeding, may predict breast cancer treatment response.
research Decision letter: Involvement of ILC1-like innate lymphocytes in human autoimmunity, lessons from alopecia areata
ILC1-like cells may contribute to hair loss in alopecia areata and could be new treatment targets.
research 707 Hypoxia induced Multipotent Stem Cell-Secreted Proteins Induce Hair Growth in a Phase 1a/2b trial in Male Pattern Baldness
A trial showed that a new treatment is safe and effective for male pattern baldness, with most participants growing new hair.
research Human hair production by scalp samples grafted onto nude mice. Biochemical data on normal human hair and the genetic defect trichothiodystrophy
Grafted human scalp samples on mice can produce human hair, useful for studying hair genetics.
research IMMUNOLOGICAL AND GENETIC ASPECTS OF HEREDITARY ANTIBODY DEFICIENCIES
Children with frequent severe infections and low antibodies should be checked for immune deficiencies.
research Identification of a Novel Three-immunogene Diagnostic Signature for Alopecia Areata
A new diagnostic model can help better diagnose and understand Alopecia Areata.
research EDA2R Is Associated with Androgenetic Alopecia
EDA2R gene linked to hair loss.
research Idiopathic CD4+ T-lymphocytopenia
ICL is a condition with low CD4+ T cells like AIDS but not caused by HIV, and normal CD4+ T cell counts may vary between men and women.
research 013 IL-15/IL-15Rα signaling is a guardian of human hair follicle immune privilege and promotes hair growth
IL-15 promotes hair growth and protects hair follicles.
research Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome
Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome is a rare genetic condition causing skin lesions, lung cysts, and a higher chance of kidney cancer.
research A Recurrent Intragenic Deletion in the Desmoglein 4 Gene Underlies Localized Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis
A gene deletion in DSG4 causes sparse hair in some Pakistani families.
research Epidermal Differentiation Enhances CRABP II Expression in Human Skin
research Genetic Mapping Of Hereditary Ectodermal Dysplasias And Hair Loss Genes
Genetic mutations linked to ectodermal dysplasias and hair loss were identified in Pakistani families.
research Hair shaft miRNA ‐221 levels as a new tumor marker of malignant melanoma
Hair shaft miR-221 levels can help detect malignant melanoma.
research Modulation of Vitamin D Receptor Activity by the Corepressor Hairless: Differential Effects of Hairless Isoforms
Different Hairless isoforms affect Vitamin D receptor activity in hair regulation, with one repressing and the other stimulating it.
research Lack of association between Vitamin D receptor FokI polymorphism and alopecia areata.
Vitamin D receptor FokI gene variation is not linked to alopecia areata.
research Novel TMEM173 Mutation and the Role of Disease Modifying Alleles
A new mutation in the STING protein causes a range of symptoms and its severity may be affected by other genetic variations; treatment with a specific inhibitor showed improvement in one patient.
research The Roles of the Lrig1- and Lgr6-Positive Stem Cells in the Skin and the Functions of the Molecular Markers That Define Them
Lrig1 and Lgr6 stem cells help maintain hair follicles and influence skin cancer development.
research Overexpression of Hedgehog Signaling Is Associated with Epidermal Tumor Formation in Vitamin D Receptor–Null Mice
Lack of vitamin D receptor increases skin tumor risk by boosting hedgehog signaling.
research PO-0071 Role Of Growth Hormone Therapy In Clinical, Laboratory, Radiological Improvement Of Children With Vitamin-d Dependent Rickets Type-2
Growth hormone therapy can improve symptoms and growth in children with Vitamin-D Dependent Rickets Type-2.