research The long and the short of it: evidence that FGF5 is a major determinant of canine ‘hair’‐itability
The FGF5 gene determines hair length in dogs.
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research Identification of two additional novel mutations in the AR gene associated with severe forms of androgen insensitivity syndrome
Two new mutations in the AR gene linked to severe androgen insensitivity were found.
research Detection of mutations in the CYP21A2 gene: genotype-phenotype correlation in Slovenian couples with conceiving problems
Genetic screening can help diagnose and manage infertility in Slovenian couples.
research Expression analysis of proteasome maturation protein (POMP) gene in Liaoning Cashmere goat
The POMP gene is active in various goat tissues and affects hair growth, with certain treatments influencing its expression.
research Autosomal recessive monilethrix: Novel variants of the DSG4 gene in three Chinese families
New gene variants linked to a rare inherited hair loss disorder were found in three Chinese families.
research Candidate SNP markers of reproductive potential are predicted by a significant change in the affinity of TATA-binding protein for human gene promoters
Certain genetic markers linked to reproductive potential were identified by their impact on a protein's ability to bind to genes.
research Pseudo Pemphigus Phenotypes in Mice with Inactivated Desmoglein 3
Mice with a mutated Dsg3 gene showed severe symptoms but not the typical blistering of pemphigus vulgaris.
research S3507 GI Bleed Leading to Discovery of Hereditary Hemochromatosis
Early diagnosis and treatment of hereditary hemochromatosis can prevent serious complications.
research Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum: Progress in Research Toward Treatment: Summary of the 2012 PXE International Research Meeting
Significant progress was made in understanding PXE, but effective treatments are still needed.
research Genetic disorders of keratin: are scarring alopecias a sub-set?
Keratin mutations may cause scarring alopecia by damaging hair structure.
research 921 Generation of a new rodent model of scleroderma
Researchers created a new mouse model for studying scleroderma.
research Exome analysis for Cronkhite-Canada syndrome: A case report
Albumin and prednisone improved symptoms in a woman with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome, revealing potential genetic causes.
research A RARE CASE OF ISOLATED PULMONARY INVOLVEMENT IN LYMPHOID VARIANT HYPEREOSINOPHILIC SYNDROME
A man with a rare lung-focused form of hypereosinophilic syndrome improved with steroid treatment.
research Impaired turnover of autophagolysosomes in cathepsin L deficiency
Cathepsin L deficiency causes large, abnormal cell structures and health issues in mice.
research Case 5: A Very Tall 7-year-old Boy with Medulloblastoma
A 7-year-old boy with a brain tumor developed early puberty, which was successfully treated with medication.
research Novel mutations of the ABCA12, KRT1 and ST14 genes in three unrelated newborns showing congenital ichthyosis
New genetic mutations linked to rare skin disorders were found in three newborns.
research Clinical Management of Prostate Cancer in High-Risk Genetic Mutation Carriers
More research and guidelines are needed for managing prostate cancer in people with high-risk genetic mutations.
research CYP21A2 Mutations in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Mutations in the CYP21A2 gene are not a major factor in causing PCOS.
research Lichen planus pigmentosus: a clinico‐pathological study in a Caucasian population from North Africa
Lichen planus pigmentosus mainly affects middle-aged women with darker skin, is underreported, and is hard to treat.
research 1616 Cross-comparison of inflammatory skin disease transcriptomics identifies PTEN as a pathogenic disease classifier in cutaneous lupus erythematosus
PTEN was identified as a specific marker for the skin disease cutaneous lupus erythematosus, and it helps increase the expression of harmful type I interferons.
research ACE1 rs1799752 polymorphism is not associated with long-COVID symptomatology in previously hospitalized COVID-19 survivors
The ACE1 gene variant doesn't affect long-COVID symptoms.
research Clinical Snippets
Some cells may slow melanoma growth, a protein could affect skin pigmentation, a gene-silencing method might treat hair defects, skin bacteria changes likely result from eczema, and a defensin protein could help treat multiple sclerosis.
research 560 The molecular mechanism of PCE-DP, a novel brightening active ingredient
PCE-DP brightens skin and promotes hair growth by enhancing cell growth and reducing melanin uptake.
research 237 Unveiling Skin Cancers Pathophysiology via the Modeling of Xeroderma Pigmentosum Disease Modeling Using CRISPR-Cas9 Technology
Blocking the JAK/STAT pathway may help reduce skin sensitivity in Xeroderma pigmentosum.
research Role of S-Palmitoylation by ZDHHC13 in Mitochondrial function and Metabolism in Liver
ZDHHC13 is important for normal liver function and metabolism, affecting mitochondrial activity.
research Hypotrichosis congenita (KRT71 mutation) in Hereford cattle in Uruguay
A KRT71 mutation in Hereford cattle in Uruguay causes thin, curly hair and scaly skin.
research Hereditary Vitamin D Resistant Rickets: Clinical, Laboratory, and Genetic Characteristics of 2 Iranian Siblings
Two siblings with a genetic mutation had a form of rickets that doesn't respond to vitamin D.
research Expression of truncated latent TGF-β-binding protein modulates TGF-β signaling
Truncated LTBP-1 disrupts TGF-β signaling, affecting hair growth.
research A genetic electrophoretic variant of high-sulfur hair proteins for forensic hair comparisons. I. Characterization of variant high-sulfur proteins of human hair.
A genetic hair protein variant is more common in Japanese people and is inherited.
research Azathioprine-induced Agranulocytosis and Severe Alopecia After Kidney Transplantation Associated With a NUDT15 Polymorphism: A Case Report
A woman experienced severe side effects from a drug due to a specific genetic variation, suggesting genetic testing could prevent such risks.