Geography affects skin microbiome more than genetics, but genetics still play a role.
February 2022 in “International journal of KIU” Certain genes and nutrients like vitamin D, zinc, and omega fatty acids affect COVID-19 severity and infection risk.
4 citations
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June 2025 in “Medeniyet Medical Journal” TMPRSS2 is crucial for COVID-19 infection and is a potential target for treatment.
4 citations
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April 2021 in “Experimental and Molecular Medicine” The conclusion is that certain genetic factors and blood types may affect COVID-19 severity, but changes in ACE2 and TMPRSS2 genes are not clearly linked to it.
4 citations
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September 2020 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” Hepatitis C can clear naturally in some people due to strong immune response, genetics, and limited exposure.
5 citations
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December 2022 in “Genes” Genetic differences affect how people respond to COVID-19.
194 citations
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October 2018 in “Microbiome” Acne is linked to complex skin microbe interactions, and new findings suggest microbiome-based treatments could be effective.
4 citations
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May 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” There's no significant genetic link between male pattern baldness and COVID-19.
4 citations
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January 2021 in “Genetics and Molecular Biology” COVID-19 treatments and vaccines face challenges due to genetic differences in people and the virus.
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April 2024 in “Science Advances” Female cuckoo color differences are linked to their unique genes and help avoid male harassment.
2 citations
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December 2024 The plant pathogen in Australia evolves through existing genetic variation, not new genotypes.
125 citations
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August 2020 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Men generally have more severe COVID-19 cases and higher death rates than women due to biological differences.
2 citations
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July 1994 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Grafted human scalp samples on mice can produce human hair, useful for studying hair genetics.
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January 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Scalp basal cell carcinoma may be more aggressive and harder to treat than other types, requiring special attention and further research.
May 1991 in “Current problems in dermatology” Skin issues can indicate immune system problems.
9 citations
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August 2021 in “Journal of clinical medicine” Pili torti is a rare condition where hair is twisted and breaks easily, often linked to genetic disorders or other health issues.
25 citations
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July 1991 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis is a rare, serious skin condition that can affect anyone, is more common in women, and may be linked to genetics, with a 20% mortality rate mainly due to sepsis.
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January 2016 Certain beneficial microbes can fight fungi and help plants get nutrients.
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May 2022 in “Ukraïnsʹkij žurnal medicini bìologìï ta sportu” Disruptions in skin microbiome can lead to seborrheic dermatitis.
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October 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Improving mesenchymal stromal cell therapies requires overcoming cell death and optimizing delivery methods.
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September 2021 in “Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy” Genetic differences affect COVID-19 severity and treatment development.
150 citations
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August 1992 in “Genes & Development” TNF alpha in skin cells causes weight loss, hair and fat issues, and skin inflammation in mice.
25 citations
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August 2007 in “Molecular Therapy” Researchers found a safe and effective way to pick genetically modified skin cells with high growth potential using CD24.
21 citations
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January 2018 in “PLoS Genetics” Certain genetic variants in keratins increase the risk of tooth decay.
2 citations
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July 2015 in “Biochemical Systematics and Ecology” Different types of Armillaria fungus have a high genetic variety when partnering with Polyporus umbellatus mushrooms in China.
March 2026 in “Nature Communications” Genetic factors, skin barrier, immune function, and obesity influence risk of fungal skin infections.
7 citations
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January 2019 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” A genetic marker linked to a type of hair loss was found in most patients studied.
15 citations
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December 2020 in “Pharmacology Research & Perspectives” Blocking enzymes that help the virus enter cells could be a promising way to treat COVID-19.
152 citations
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January 2004 in “Current anthropology” Humans lost body hair relatively recently in evolution.
111 citations
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January 2007 in “Seminars in cell & developmental biology” Hair, teeth, and mammary glands develop similarly at first but use different genes later.