research Keratin network modifications lead to the mechanical stiffening of the hair follicle fiber
Changes in keratin make hair follicles stiffer.
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research Differential gene expression analysis between anagen and telogen of Capra hircus skin based on the de novo assembled transcriptome sequence
Signaling pathways are crucial for hair growth in goats.
research Tannic acid modified keratin/sodium alginate/carboxymethyl chitosan biocomposite hydrogels with good mechanical properties and swelling behavior
The hydrogel shows promise for wound healing due to its strong mechanical, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties.
research Expression patterns of the glial cell line–derived neurotrophic factor, neurturin, their cognate receptors GFRα-1, GFRα-2, and a common signal transduction element c-Ret in the human skin hair follicles
Certain proteins and their receptors are more active during the growth phase of human hair and could be targeted to treat hair disorders.
research Molecular modeling and structural characterization of a high glycine–tyrosine hair keratin associated protein
The 3D structure of a key hair protein was modeled, revealing specific helical structures and stabilization features.
research Cultured nail keratinocytes express hard keratins characteristic of nail and hair in vivo
Lab-grown nail cells show characteristics similar to natural nail and hair.
research Hair follicle characteristics as early marker of Type 2 Diabetes
Hair characteristics might be early signs of Type 2 Diabetes and could help with early prevention.
research First symposium on natural gene therapy of the skin
Natural gene therapy shows promise for treating skin disorders like epidermolysis bullosa.
research Disease causing homozygous variants in the human hairless gene
New and known mutations in the hairless gene cause a hair loss condition called Atrichia with papular lesions.
research Genetic variation in the ovine KAP22-1 gene and its effect on wool traits in Egyptian sheep
Certain genetic changes in the KAP22-1 gene are linked to better wool quality in Egyptian sheep.
research Analogs of human genetic skin disease in domesticated animals
Some domesticated animals have the same genetic skin diseases as humans, which can help doctors understand human genetic mutations.
research A comparative study of materials assembled from recombinant K31 and K81 and extracted human hair keratins
Recombinant keratin materials may better promote skin cell differentiation than natural keratin.
research Case Report: Bi-allelic missense variant in the desmocollin 3 gene causes hypotrichosis and recurrent skin vesicles
A new genetic change in the DSC3 gene is linked to a rare condition causing hair loss and skin blisters in a child.
research Type 2 innate immunity regulates hair follicle homeostasis to control Demodex pathosymbionts
A specific immune response helps control mite populations on the skin, maintaining healthy hair follicles.
research Effects of Collagen Peptides on Gene Expression Related to Hair Cycle Activation in the Skin
Collagen peptides may promote hair growth by activating certain genes in the skin.
research Gene expression patterns during palatal shelf fusion
Several genes, including Hox-7A, Stra6, and Lim-1, are involved in normal palate formation.
research Herbal Powder Shampoo : A General Review
Herbal powder shampoo is effective, safe, and beneficial for various hair needs.
research Chemical Danger in Hair Keratin Care
Hair keratin treatments can be harmful, potentially causing health issues like skin reactions and cancer.
research Efficacy and Safety of L-Cystine Associated or not to a Natural Keratin (Kera-Dietandreg;) Hydrolysate on Hair and Nails: Randomised, Placebo-Controlled, Clinical Trial on Healthy Females
L-Cystine and L-Cystine with Kera-Diet® safely improved hair and nail quality in healthy women.
research Adenosine stimulates growth of dermal papilla and lengthens the anagen phase by increasing the cysteine level via fibroblast growth factors 2 and 7 in an organ culture of mouse vibrissae hair follicles
Adenosine helps hair grow longer and stronger by boosting certain growth factors and signaling pathways.
research VEGF upregulates VEGF receptor-2 on human outer root sheath cells and stimulates proliferation through ERK pathway
VEGF stimulates hair cell growth and increases growth receptor levels through a specific signaling pathway.
research The genetically programmed hair growth cycle and alopecia: what is there to know?
The document concludes that hair loss is complex, affects many people, has limited treatments, and requires more research on its causes and psychological impact.
research Procyanidin B-2, extracted from apples, promotes hair growth: a laboratory study
Apple extract called procyanidin B-2 was found to greatly increase hair growth.
research Epidermal Polarity Genes in Health and Disease
Disruptions in epidermal polarity genes can lead to skin diseases.
research A missense mutation in the P2RY5 gene leading to autosomal recessive woolly hair in a Syrian patient
A gene mutation causes woolly hair in a Syrian patient.
research Diphlorethohydroxycarmalol, Isolated from Ishige okamurae, Increases Prostaglandin E2through the Expression of Cyclooxygenase-1 and -2 in HaCaT Human Keratinocytes
A compound from brown algae boosts the production of a certain inflammatory substance in skin cells.
research Androgenetic alopecia in heterozygous carriers of a mutation in the human hairless gene
Mutation in hairless gene may increase hair loss risk.
research Expression Level of Prostaglandin D2 Receptor 2 Regulates Hair Regression
Higher levels of the DP2 receptor may lead to hair loss.
research Androgenetic alopecia in heterozygous carriers of a mutation in the human hairless gene
Mutation in hairless gene may increase hair loss risk.
research Sp6 downregulation of follistatin gene expression in ameloblasts
Sp6 promotes tooth development by reducing follistatin levels.