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February 2012 in “PloS one” Lack of Ctip2 in skin cells delays wound healing and disrupts hair follicle stem cell markers in mice.
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August 2020 in “Cells” TGM3 is important for skin and hair structure and may help diagnose cancer.
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February 2022 in “Molecular genetics & genomic medicine” New gene variants linked to a rare inherited hair loss disorder were found in three Chinese families.
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November 2024 in “Biotechnology for Sustainable Materials” Keratin-based biomaterials are promising for wound healing, drug delivery, and nerve regeneration due to their biodegradability and biocompatibility.
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September 2021 in “Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology” Netherton syndrome has two subtypes with shared immune traits but different allergic and immune responses, suggesting targeted treatments.
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March 2017 in “Gene” CAP1 decreases the expression of a hair-related protein in young Tan sheep's skin.
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March 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” An artificial lipid barrier can restore hair growth in cases of SCD1 deficiency.
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November 2014 in “Developmental Dynamics” Palate formation and skin healing share similar biological processes.
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March 2022 in “Development” Mechanical forces are crucial in shaping our sensory organs during development.
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May 2023 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Advanced imaging methods have improved understanding of cancer cell interactions and treatment strategies.
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November 2023 in “Biomolecules” WNT signaling is crucial for skin development and healing.
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August 2011 in “The EMBO Journal” The enzyme PA-PLA1α is important for proper hair follicle development.
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August 2008 in “Development” Dlx3 is essential for hair growth and regeneration.
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October 2017 in “Stem cells” Wnt signaling is crucial for skin development and hair growth.