6 citations
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January 2016 in “Open journal of regenerative medicine” Keratin treatment reduces astrocyte reactivity and inflammation.
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September 2018 in “International journal of genomics” Genetic mutations that disrupt homocysteine breakdown lead to increased damage in mouse hair keratin.
5 citations
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January 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Storing hair follicle micrografts for longer times can cause them to enter a state similar to the natural hair shedding phase, which might impact hair transplant results.
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January 2020 in “BioMed Research International” Phaeodactylum tricornutum extract helps hair follicle cells grow by activating the ERK1/2 pathway.
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January 2015 in “Sen'i Gakkaishi” Washing permed hair after using thioglycolic acid helps reform strong bonds, making hair stronger.
1 citations
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February 2013 in “Clinical pediatrics” The baby’s hair loss was due to a rare genetic condition, not treatable by usual methods.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Pal-KCV peptide strengthens hair and reduces breakage by up to 52%.
May 2025 in “Journal of Developmental Biology” Jawless vertebrates have teeth proteins similar to those in mammalian hair and nails.
Using enzymes to link proteins makes hair repair treatments more effective and long-lasting.
April 2018 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” A gene variant causes patched hair loss in mice, similar to alopecia areata in humans.
January 2014 in “Sen'i Gakkaishi” Researchers developed a method to identify animal fibers in textiles, which works on processed and blended materials.
January 2013 in “Sen'i Gakkaishi” Microfibrils are key for permanent waves, and hydrolyzed keratin improves wave formation and hair condition.
January 2023 in “Frontiers in bioscience” Artemis protein may help control hair growth and health by influencing cell processes.
196 citations
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May 2001 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Sebocytes play a key role in controlling androgen levels in human skin.
2 citations
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January 2014 in “Sen i Gakkaishi” The new hair straightening method keeps hair straight permanently by using specific creams and heat.
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October 2018 in “Biotechnology reports” Recombinant keratin K31 makes damaged hair thicker, stronger, and straighter.
226 citations
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January 2002 in “Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin” A new method quickly extracts and identifies proteins from hair and other keratin sources.
191 citations
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November 1959 in “Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences” Hair and wool have complex microscopic structures with microfibrils and varying cystine content.
130 citations
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April 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Four specific keratins in hair follicles help understand hair structure and function.
107 citations
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December 2013 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The document concludes that hair is complex, with a detailed growth cycle, structure, and clinical importance, affecting various scientific and medical fields.
106 citations
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December 2015 in “Biomacromolecules” Keratin hydrogels can be customized for better tissue healing.
96 citations
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June 2017 in “Nature Communications” A WNT10A gene mutation leads to ectodermal dysplasia by disrupting cell growth and differentiation.
95 citations
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January 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Androgens block hair growth by disrupting cell signals; targeting GSK-3 may help treat hair loss.
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.
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September 2013 in “Materials Science and Engineering C” Keratin-based hydrogels from human hair and wool are promising for wound dressings and are more eco-friendly.
69 citations
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May 1997 in “Veterinary Pathology” The angora mouse mutation causes long hair and hair defects due to a gene deletion.
62 citations
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October 1999 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” New mutations in hair keratin genes can change hair structure and cause monilethrix, with nail issues more common in certain gene mutations.
60 citations
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December 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” K6hf is found in specific parts of hair follicles, nails, and tongue, and is linked to hair growth and structure.
55 citations
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” African hair's keratin structure is influenced by its higher lipid content.
45 citations
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December 2007 in “The FASEB journal” There are two types of stem cells in rodent hair follicles, each with different keratin proteins.