132 citations
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February 2002 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” HOXC13 is crucial for regulating hair keratin genes in hair follicles.
November 2024 in “Journal of Functional Foods” AP collagen peptides improve hair elasticity and gloss.
January 2013 in “Wageningen Academic Publishers eBooks” Proteomics helps understand protein changes in wool fiber development.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” HPH-15, a new compound, effectively reduces skin fibrosis in experiments without causing harm.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Peptide Research and Therapeutics” Collagen supplements improve hair health and are safe.
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November 1968 in “Textile research journal” Hair fibers may have a unique, non-protein sheath not previously identified.
23 citations
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January 1981 Hair is mostly made of three protein types: helical, high-sulfur, and high-tyrosine.
May 2025 in “Frontiers in Genetics” A new genetic variant in the LIPH gene causes hair growth issues in a Chinese patient.
1 citations
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August 2014 in “OhioLink ETD Center (Ohio Library and Information Network)” Alkylated keratin from human hair can help deliver growth factors for bone healing.
April 2012 in “KSBB Journal” Minoxidil analogs can be improved for hair growth inhibition by modifying specific parts of their structure.
140 citations
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April 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The enzyme 25 Hydroxyvitamin D 1 α-Hydroxylase is essential for healthy skin and recovery after skin damage.
January 2025 in “Open University of Cape Town (University of Cape Town)” Lipids play a key role in determining hair curvature.
1 citations
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June 2014 in “[Thesis]. Manchester, UK: The University of Manchester; 2014.” Chemical modifications can alter hair's stability and flexibility, with hydrophobic interactions helping maintain structure in humid conditions.
December 2025 in “Universal library of medical and health sciences.” Amino acids like arginine and cysteine protect hair during chemical treatments, keeping it strong and less brittle.
January 2012 in “RWTH Publications (RWTH Aachen)” pdHGF speeds up wound healing and hair growth.
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November 2022 in “Experimental cell research” Prostaglandin E2 collagen matrix may help stimulate hair growth.
March 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Adding amino acids to damaged hair can improve its strength and appearance.
September 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The hexosamine pathway helps maintain healthy skin by affecting the skin's structure and possibly increasing hair follicle stem cells.
3 citations
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September 2021 in “Bulletin of the Korean Chemical Society” Dimeric peptide derivatives could help hair growth and treat hair loss safely.
The research found that people's hair proteins vary, especially by ethnicity and body part, which could help identify individuals in forensic science.
11 citations
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March 2008 in “Experimental Dermatology” A substance called compound-1 could help increase hair growth by maintaining prostaglandin levels in hair follicles.
24 citations
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October 2019 in “Genes” A new sheep gene, KRTAP36-1, may help breed sheep with better wool by reducing prickle factor.
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August 2010 in “Developmental neurobiology” Ptprq has multiple forms that change during inner ear development.
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July 1993 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 75 citations
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September 2015 in “Acta biomaterialia” Alkylation of human hair keratin allows for adjustable drug release rates in hydrogels for medical use.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The inhibitor DPP can promote hair growth.
Keratin hydrogels from human hair show promise for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.
34 citations
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September 2020 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” Hyaluronic acid increases collagen synthesis safely, while poly-L-lactic acid may cause complications by affecting fibroblasts.
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August 2023 in “ACS Applied Bio Materials” The hydrogels are strong, self-healing, and good for 3D printing and delivering treatments.
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July 2025 in “Gels” Engineered protein hydrogels improve medical treatments by mimicking natural body structures.