research Comparative genomics analyses of alpha-keratins reveal insights into evolutionary adaptation of marine mammals
Marine mammals lost many α-keratin genes, aiding their adaptation to aquatic life by becoming hairless.
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30 / 1000+ resultsresearch The structure of the cornified claw sheath in the domesticated cat (Felis catus): implications for the claw‐shedding mechanism and the evolution of cornified digital end organs
Cat claws stay sharp by shedding their outer layer through microcracks formed during activities.
research Diversity of vibrissal follicle anatomy in cetaceans
Different whale and dolphin species have unique whisker follicle structures, suggesting they might use their whiskers in various ways.
research Hair cuticle differences between Asian and Caucasian females
Asian hair is stronger and more damage-resistant than Caucasian hair due to a thicker cuticle layer.
research A Practitioner's Guide to Hair Loss Part 1—History, Biology, Genetics, Prevention, Conventional Treatments, and Herbals
The document concludes that hair loss is influenced by genetics and other factors, and while treatments like finasteride can help, they have limitations and side effects.
research Research Progress in Composition, Classification and Influencing Factors of Hair
Lipids are important for healthy hair, but their exact role is not fully understood and needs more research.
research Keratin network modifications lead to the mechanical stiffening of the hair follicle fiber
Changes in keratin make hair follicles stiffer.
research Epidemiology, diagnosis and management of hirsutism: a consensus statement by the Androgen Excess and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Society
Experts recommend using evidence-based methods to diagnose and treat hirsutism, focusing on symptoms and underlying causes.
research The Ethnic Differences of the Damage of Hair and Integral Hair Lipid after Ultra Violet Radiation
Asian hair is more resistant to UV damage due to higher lipid content.
research Black women’s hair: the main scalp dermatoses and aesthetic practices in women of African ethnicity
Black women's unique hair characteristics and styling practices can lead to specific scalp conditions, which require early diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
research Human epithelial stem cell survival within their niche requires “tonic” cannabinoid receptor 1‐signalling—Lessons from the hair follicle
Cannabinoid receptor-1 signaling is essential for the survival and growth of human hair follicle stem cells.
research Transfollicular drug delivery: current perspectives
Transfollicular drug delivery is promising but needs more research to improve and understand it better.
research External lipid function in ethnic hairs
African hair has the most lipids, while Caucasian hair is more hydrated and stronger.
research Hair in health and disease: an introduction
Hair health depends on various factors and hair loss can significantly affect a person's well-being; understanding hair biology is key for creating effective hair care treatments.
research A Practitioner ' s Guide to Hair Loss: Part 2—Diet, Supplements, Vitamins, Minerals, Aromatherapy, and Psychosocial Aspects
Non-drug methods like diet, supplements, and aromatherapy can help manage hair loss and its emotional impact.
research Reimagining Hair Science: A New Approach to Classify Curly Hair Phenotypes via New Quantitative Geometrical & Structural Mechanical Parameters
New methods to classify curly hair types were developed based on shape and strength.
research <p>Asian Hair: A Review of Structures, Properties, and Distinctive Disorders</p>
Asian hair is generally straight and thick, with unique disorders and properties, and more research is needed to understand it fully.
research Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia: challenges and solutions
The document concludes that better treatments for CCCA are needed and more research is required to understand its causes related to hairstyling and genetics.
research Woolly Antics between the Sheaths
Lipase H is important for hair follicle function and shaping hair fibers.
research The diagnostic algorithm in pre-invasive cervical lesions
Early screening and HPV vaccination reduce cervical cancer risk.
research Evo Devo of the Vertebrates Integument
The skin systems of jawed vertebrates evolved diverse appendages like hair and scales from a common structure over 420 million years ago.
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 Adsorption of Diclofenac and PFBS on a Hair Keratin Dimer
Human hair keratin might be good for filtering out harmful substances from water.
research Human Hair and the Impact of Cosmetic Procedures: A Review on Cleansing and Shape-Modulating Cosmetics
Future hair cosmetics will be safer and more effective.
research In vivo formation steps of the hard α-keratin intermediate filament along a hair follicle: Evidence for structural polymorphism
Hair follicles form hard α-keratin filaments in four steps, showing structural differences.
research Paxillin regulates androgen receptor expression associated with granulosa cell focal adhesions
Paxillin may help manage androgen-related disorders like PCOS by stabilizing androgen receptor proteins.
research Poly-D,L-Lactic Acid Filler Restores Hair Thickness and Shine by Ameliorating Age-Associated Follicular Decline
PDLLA filler can improve hair thickness and shine by reducing age-related hair decline.
research Role of Lipids in Water Permeation of Different Curl Pattern Hair Types
Lipid content and structure affect water absorption in different hair types.
research Low Heterozygosity and Historical Bottleneck Effect Depicted From the Genome Assembly of the Indus River Dolphin (Platanista minor )
The Indus River dolphin has low genetic diversity due to a past bottleneck and human impact.
research The Genomic Variation in Textured Hair: Implications in Developing a Holistic Hair Care Routine
Afro-textured hair needs personalized care due to its unique genetic traits.