research K6irs1, K6irs2, K6irs3, and K6irs4 Represent the Inner-Root-Sheath-Specific Type II Epithelial Keratins of the Human Hair Follicle1
Four specific keratins in hair follicles help understand hair structure and function.
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150-180 / 1000+ resultsresearch P-13 Some biomechanical properties of human hair keratin (HHK) artificial tendon
research A newly identified missense mutation of the HR gene is associated with a novel, unusual phenotype of Marie Unna Hereditary Hypotrichosis 1 including limb deformities
A new mutation in the HR gene is linked to a rare form of hair loss with limb deformities.
research Deleting keratins to find one
A new keratin gene was found in mice, explaining hair growth.
research 715 Hunting the hair cycle clock (HCC): Evidence that mitochondrially localized MPZL3 is a key HCC element in murine and human hair follicles
MPZL3 is important for controlling the hair growth cycle in mice and humans.
research The Two Functional Keratin 6 Genes of Mouse Are Differentially Regulated and Evolved Independently from Their Human Orthologs
Mouse keratin 6 genes evolved independently from human ones and are regulated differently.
research Atypical Protein Kinase C Isoform, aPKCλ, Is Essential for Maintaining Hair Follicle Stem Cell Quiescence
aPKCλ is crucial for keeping hair follicle stem cells inactive and maintaining normal hair growth.
research The Investigation of LPA 4 Functions in Zebrafish
LPA 4 helps control blood and lymph vessel development in zebrafish.
research Hairless protein of Jumonji family and hair loss
Mutations in the hairless protein gene cause hair loss.
research The development of several organs and appendages is impaired in mice lacking Sp6
Mice without the Sp6 gene have problems developing several body parts, including hair, teeth, limbs, and lungs.
research The ‘melanocyte-keratin’ mystery revisited: neither normal human epidermal nor hair follicle melanocytes express keratin 16 or keratin 6in situ
Human melanocytes in skin and hair follicles don't express keratin 16 or 6 naturally.
research Keratitis-Ichthyosis-Deafness Syndrome Caused by Missense Mutation in GJB2 Encoding Connexin 26 in a Chinese Patient
A Chinese man with KID syndrome had a new mutation in the GJB2 gene.
research LSD1 interacting with HSP90 promotes skin wound healing by inducing metabolic reprogramming of hair follicle stem cells through the c‐MYC/LDHA axis
LSD1 and HSP90 help heal skin wounds by changing hair follicle stem cells' metabolism.
research Krtap16, Characterization of a New Hair Keratin-associated Protein (KAP) Gene Complex on Mouse Chromosome 16 and Evidence for Regulation by Hoxc13
Hoxc13 regulates specific hair protein genes on mouse chromosome 16.
research Mutation analysis of type II hair keratin gene in a pedigree with monilethrix
A new gene mutation is linked to monilethrix in the studied family.
research Overexpression of HE4/WFDC2 gene in mice leads to keratitis and corneal opacity
Overexpression of the HE4 gene in mice causes eye inflammation and cloudiness.
research A study of phenotypic correlation with the genotypic status of HTM regions of KRTHB6 and KRTHB1 genes in monilethrix families of Indian origin
A specific gene mutation causes different hair defects in Indian monilethrix families.
research 731 Generation of a laser capture microdissection and RNAseq-based human anagen hair follicle transcriptome atlas
Scientists created a detailed map of gene activity in different parts of human hair follicles.
research A Recurrent Intragenic Deletion in the Desmoglein 4 Gene Underlies Localized Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis
A gene deletion in DSG4 causes sparse hair in some Pakistani families.
research 268 Use of ultra-fast one-step CK5 ihc for identifying bcc and scc during mohs surgery
A new one-step test can quickly identify skin cancer during surgery.
research Four hypotrichosis families with mutations in the gene LSS presenting with and without neurodevelopmental phenotypes
Mutations in the LSS gene cause hair loss and may affect brain development, with varying severity.
research Hairless down-regulates expression of Msx2 and its related target genes in hair follicles
Hairless protein reduces Msx2 gene activity, affecting hair follicle development.
research Impaired LEF1 Activation Accelerates iPSC-Derived Keratinocytes Differentiation in Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome
Faulty LEF1 activation causes faster skin cell differentiation in premature aging syndrome.
research Association of HSPA1B SNP rs6457452 with Alopecia Areata in the Korean Population
The SNP rs6457452 is linked to a higher risk of alopecia areata in Koreans.
research CDH3 Mutation in Saudi Arabia: A Case of Hypotrichosis With Juvenile Macular Dystrophy
A genetic mutation in the CDH3 gene causes hair loss and vision problems in a young Saudi girl.
research The Case | Bilateral kidney tumors and lung cysts
A man with kidney tumors and lung cysts was diagnosed with Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome and treated successfully, with genetic testing confirming the diagnosis.
research Laser capture microdissection as a method for investigating the human hair follicle microbiome reveals region-specific differences in the bacteriome profile
Laser-capture microdissection effectively analyzes hair follicle microbiomes, revealing region-specific bacterial differences.
research Birt-Hogg-Dube Syndrome with a Novel Mutation in the FLCN Gene
A new mutation in the FLCN gene linked to Birt-Hogg-Dube syndrome was found, suggesting people with certain lung collapse should be tested for this mutation and screened for kidney and colon cancer.
research Hair Cycle-Dependent Expression of Hepatocyte Growth Factor (HGF) Activator, Other Proteinases, and Proteinase Inhibitors Correlates with the Expression of HGF in Rat Hair Follicles
research Keratin 15 Expression in Stratified Epithelia: Downregulation in Activated Keratinocytes
Keratin 15 helps maintain tissue integrity and is reduced in activated keratinocytes.