research The Intermediate Filament Architecture as Determined by X-Ray Diffraction Modeling of Hard α-Keratin
Hard α-keratin in hair has a unique, nonordered structure, different from other fibers.
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research Unraveling the Molecular Mechanisms of Hair and Nail Genodermatoses
Genetic discoveries are key for understanding, diagnosing, and treating inherited hair and nail disorders.
research Hard Keratin IF and Associated Proteins
research Concerted gene duplications in the two keratin gene families
research The Proteins of Hair and Other Hard α-Keratins
research Effect of shampoo, conditioner and permanent waving on the molecular structure of human hair
Perming significantly changes hair's molecular structure, while shampoo and conditioner do not.
research Photoinduced formation of thiols in human hair
UV exposure damages hair, increasing thiols and altering protein structure.
research Moisture sorption/desorption of protein fibres
Internal lipids in keratin fibers, like wool and hair, reduce water absorption and release.
research Focal palmoplantar callosities in non-Herlitz junctional epidermolysis bullosa
Focal palmoplantar callosities may help diagnose non-Herlitz junctional epidermolysis bullosa.
research Alopezien und Hypotrichosen im Kindesalter
Genetic testing can identify causes of rare hair loss disorders in children, but no treatments exist.
research Natural polymers for natural hair: the smart use of an innovative nanocarrier
Natural polymers can protect, repair, and promote hair regrowth.
research Characters of KRT80 and its roles in neoplasms diseases
KRT80 may worsen cancer by increasing growth and spread, but its full effects on treatment and outcomes need more research.
research Structural and Immunocytochemical Characterization of Keratinization in Vertebrate Epidermis and Epidermal Derivatives
Vertebrate skin evolved to be more specialized and complex, especially in land animals.
research Biotechnology of functional proteins and peptides for hair cosmetic formulations
Future hair products will use ecofriendly proteins and peptides to improve hair health and appearance.
research Improving the Mechanical Properties of Damaged Hair Using Low-Molecular Weight Hyaluronate
Low-molecular weight hyaluronate can make damaged hair stronger.
research Rapunzel! Rapunzel! How Strong Is Your Hair?
Hair can't be as strong as Rapunzel's because it's impractical to scale up due to defects.
research Desmosomes in Developing Human Epidermis
Desmosomes are crucial for human skin development, increasing in density as the skin matures.
research Trends in biopolymer science applied to cosmetics
Biopolymers are increasingly used in cosmetics for their non-toxicity and skin benefits, with future biotech advancements likely to expand their applications.
research Implanted hair follicle stem cells form Schwann cells that support repair of severed peripheral nerves
Hair follicle stem cells can help repair damaged nerves.
research Evolution of hard proteins in the sauropsid integument in relation to the cornification of skin derivatives in amniotes
Hard skin features like scales, feathers, and hair evolved through specific protein changes in different animal groups.
research Expression of truncated latent TGF-β-binding protein modulates TGF-β signaling
Truncated LTBP-1 disrupts TGF-β signaling, affecting hair growth.
research Laminin 332 Is Indispensable for Homeostatic Epidermal Differentiation Programs
Laminin 332 is essential for normal skin cell behavior and structure.
research From structural resilience to cell specification — Intermediate filaments as regulators of cell fate
Intermediate filaments are crucial for cell differentiation and stem cell function.
research Bioactive Nutritional Macromolecules Supporting Hair Structure, Density, and Growth: A Comprehensive Review
Type I collagen, elastin, keratin, ceramides, and melanin improve hair strength, growth, and health.
research Trichofolliculoma in a Family – An Unusual Occurrence
A rare family case of multiple benign hair follicle tumors was identified, highlighting the need to distinguish them from similar conditions.
research Skin Appendage Proteins of Tetrapods: Building Blocks of Claws, Feathers, Hair and Other Cornified Epithelial Structures
Understanding proteins in skin structures like claws and hair is crucial for future research.
research Screening and expression validation of key proteins for secondary hair follicle growth in cashmere goats based on iTRAQ quantitative proteomics technology
FKBP10 and FBN2 are key proteins for hair growth in cashmere goats.
research In this Issue
The studies identified key factors and potential treatments for skin and hair disorders.
research More than One Gene Involved in Monilethrix: Intracellular but also Extracellular Players
Monilethrix involves multiple genes affecting hair structure, including DSG4 mutations.
research Hair and Nail Relationship
Hair and nails are similar keratin structures with different shapes and growth, affected by the same diseases and environmental factors.