research Haplotypes spanning centromeric regions reveal persistence of large blocks of archaic DNA
Ancient DNA blocks are still present in human genomes, possibly due to advantages they provide.
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research Androgen receptors and their biology
Androgen receptors are key for development and health, affecting conditions like prostate cancer and male pattern baldness.
research DYS459, DYS391, DYS388 and DYS19 genetic loci have high allelic frequency in patients with prostate cancer
Certain genetic markers may increase or decrease prostate cancer risk.
research Harlequin ichthyosis (ichq): a juvenile lethal mouse mutation with ichthyosiform dermatitis.
The harlequin ichthyosis mouse mutation causes thick skin and early death, resembling a human skin disorder.
research Telomere Dynamics and Telomerase in the Biology of Hair Follicles and their Stem Cells as a Model for Aging Research
Hair follicle studies suggest that maintaining telomere length could help treat hair loss and graying, but it's uncertain if mouse results apply to humans.
research Chapter 6. Darwinian Health and Other Contradictions
The document concludes that understanding health requires considering evolutionary perspectives on reproductive fitness, and recognizing the complexity of factors like diet, testosterone, and sexual orientation.
research 4th Intercontinental Meeting of Hair Research Societies 2004 The "World of Hair"
The meeting presented new findings on hair stem cells, pigmentation, genetics, and modern hair treatment techniques.
research Epidermal Differentiation Complex: A Review on Its Epigenetic Regulation and Potential Drug Targets.
Understanding how EDC genes are regulated can help develop better drugs for skin diseases.
research Sex differences in the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal axis’ response to stress: an important role for gonadal hormones
Male and female bodies respond differently to stress, influenced by hormones and development stages, with implications for stress-related diseases.
research Thymosin β4 Promotes Dermal Healing
Thymosin β4 helps improve skin healing and reduce scarring.
research Alopecia Areata
The document concludes that ongoing research using animal models is crucial for better understanding and treating Alopecia Areata.
research A New Clinical Variant of Hereditary Localized Alopecia: Report of a Chinese Family Mapped to Chromosome 2p25.1–2p23.2
A new type of hereditary hair loss in a Chinese family is linked to chromosome 2p25.1–2p23.2.
research Human Leukocyte Antigen Class II Alleles Are Associated with Risk of Alopecia Areata
Certain HLA class II alleles increase or decrease the risk of alopecia areata.
research Characterization of a Partial cDNA for Lysyl Hydroxylase from Human Skin Fibroblasts; Lysyl Hydroxylase mRNAs Are Regulated Differently by Minoxidil Derivatives and Hydralazine
Minoxidil decreases LH expression, while hydralazine has mixed effects on prolyl and lysyl hydroxylase activities.
research Comparative characteristics of human stem cells
Human stem cells have diverse sources and potential uses in medicine.
research An ultrahigh-sulphur keratin gene of the human hair cuticle is located at 11q13 and cross-hybridizes with sequences at 11p15
research Keratin disorders: from gene to therapy
New treatments targeting specific genes show promise for treating keratin disorders.
research Targeted Expression of Human Vitamin D Receptor in the Skin Promotes the Initiation of the Postnatal Hair Follicle Cycle and Rescues the Alopecia in Vitamin D Receptor Null Mice
Vitamin D receptor is crucial for starting hair growth after birth.
research A Novel Human Type II Cytokeratin, K6hf, Specifically Expressed in the Companion Layer of the Hair Follicle
K6hf is a unique protein found only in a specific layer of hair follicles.
research The Distribution of Estrogen Receptor β Is Distinct to That of Estrogen Receptor α and the Androgen Receptor in Human Skin and the Pilosebaceous Unit
Estrogen Receptor ß (ERß) is the main hormone controller in human skin and hair follicles, not Estrogen Receptor α (ERα) or the Androgen Receptor (AR).
research Organization and Expression of Hair Follicle Genes.
Hair growth is controlled by specific gene clusters and proteins, and cysteine affects hair gene expression in sheep.
research Unraveling the complex role of MAPT-containing H1 and H2 haplotypes in neurodegenerative diseases
H1 increases risk for neurodegenerative diseases, while H2 offers protection but is linked to other disorders.
research Handbook of Mouse Mutations with Skin and Hair Abnormalities: Animal Models and Biomedical Tools
Mouse models help study genetic skin diseases.
research Genetic association of wool quality characteristics in United States Rambouillet sheep
Certain genetic markers linked to wool quality in Rambouillet sheep were identified, which can guide better breeding choices.
research 5α‐Reductase Isozymes and Androgen Actions in the Prostate
5α‐reductase isozymes are crucial for prostate development and health, and targeting them can help prevent and treat prostate issues.
research Influence of TRPV3 mutation on hair growth cycle in mice
The TRPV3 gene mutation affects hair growth by keeping mice in the growth phase longer, which could help treat hair loss.
research A transient dermal niche and dual epidermal programs underlie sweat gland development
Sweat gland development involves two unique skin cell programs and a temporary skin environment.
research Estudo da diversidade dos genes MC1R e SLC24A5 em populações globais: avaliação de aspectos evolutivos e ambientais
SLC24A5 shows a clear selective sweep, but no link to UV radiation intensity.
research Recurrent Pregnancy Loss Associated Cytogenetic and Genetic Anomalies – Study from Eastern India
Genetic variations contribute to over 10% of recurrent early pregnancy loss cases.
research Deciphering the function of canonical Wnt signals in development and disease: conditional loss- and gain-of-function mutations of β-catenin in mice
Wnt signaling is vital for cell growth, development, and cancer research.