research The hair shaft: normality, abnormality, and genetics
Hair microscopy is useful for diagnosing hair disorders, but clear definitions are needed for accurate genetic analysis.
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720-750 / 1000+ results research Quantifying whole human hair scalp fibres of varying curl: A micro‐computed tomographic study
Human hair varies in structure based on curl type, with high curl hair showing the most differences.
research The human keratins: biology and pathology
Keratins are crucial for cell stability, wound healing, and cancer diagnosis.
research Three-dimensional microanatomy of longitudinal lanceolate endings in rat vibrissae
Rat vibrissae have sensory terminals with specific structures that help detect hair movements.
research NF-κB Participates in Mouse Hair Cycle Control and Plays Distinct Roles in the Various Pelage Hair Follicle Types
NF-κB is crucial for different stages and types of hair growth in mice.
research Collagen-type synthesis in human-hair papilla cells in culture
research Localization of S100A2, S100A4, S100A6, S100A7, and S100P in the human hair follicle.
Different S100 proteins have specific roles in various parts of the hair follicle.
research Fractography of human hair
Moisture content significantly affects how human hair breaks.
research In vitro assembly properties of human type I and II hair keratins
research MCPIP1 controls effects of myeloid cells on skin carcinogenesis and hair growth
MCPIP1 in myeloid cells is important for skin cancer development and healthy hair growth.
research Hair—the most sophisticated biological composite material
Hair is a complex protein fiber with unique properties useful for developing hair products.
research Carbonylation of hair proteins: A robust biomarker of molecular and structural oxidative damage in hair fibres
Protein carbonylation is a sensitive marker for oxidative damage in hair, especially from light exposure.
research A Group of Type I Keratin Genes on Human Chromosome 17: Characterization and Expression
Only one of the two K16 genes on chromosome 17 makes a functional protein for keratin filaments.
research The mechanisms and functions of interorganelle interactions
Different parts of cells interact at specific areas to control cell functions like energy production and fat storage.
research Expression of melanocortin receptors on cutaneous fibroblastic cells – collagen and beyond
MC-1R in skin cells may influence inflammation and collagen production.
research In the Absence of Streptomycin, Minoxidil Potentiates the Mitogenic Effects of Fetal Calf Serum, Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1, and Platelet-Derived Growth Factor on NIH 3T3 Fibroblasts in a K + Channel-Dependent Fashion
research Keratin Microspheres as Promising Tool for Targeting Follicular Growth
Keratin microspheres might help hair grow.
research Cartilage oligomeric matrix protein (COMP) forms part of the connective tissue of normal human hair follicles
A protein called COMP is part of the connective tissue in normal human hair follicles and may be important for hair health.
research A Canadian Consensus on Androgenetic Alopecia: Approach and Management
Experts recommend specific treatments like minoxidil and finasteride for managing hereditary hair loss.
research Mechanisms of magnesium oxide‐incorporated electrospun membrane modulating inflammation and accelerating wound healing
Magnesium oxide-infused membranes help heal wounds faster by reducing inflammation and promoting skin and hair follicle growth.
research Hair Keratin Associated Proteins: Characterization of a Second High Sulfur KAP Gene Domain on Human Chromosome 2111In fond memory of Dr Peter Steinert.
A second domain of high sulfur KAP genes on chromosome 21q23 is crucial for hair structure.
research Ultrahigh-Power Sonicator Lysis Enables Deep Proteomic Profiling of Hair Shafts for Fetal Growth Restriction Biomarker Discovery
A new method improves protein extraction from hair, helping identify potential biomarkers for fetal growth issues.
research Application of metal organic frameworks-based functional composite scaffolds in tissue engineering
Metal organic frameworks-based scaffolds show promise for tissue repair due to their unique properties.
research Steroid 5α-reductase inhibition by polymethoxyflavones
Certain natural compounds can block an enzyme linked to prostate enlargement and hair loss, showing potential for new treatments.
research Contents of nutrients in ultra-fine powders of steamed and lyophilized mature silkworms generated by four silkworm varieties
Different silkworm varieties have varying nutrient levels in their powders, which may promote hair growth.
research A novel monilethrix mutation in coil 2A of KRT86 causing autosomal dominant monilethrix with incomplete penetrance
A new mutation in the KRT86 gene causes a hair disorder with variable expression.
research Effect of Fibroblast Growth Factor 10 and an Interacting Non-Coding RNA on Secondary Hair Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells in Cashmere Goats’ Follicle Development Assessed by Whole-Transcriptome Sequencing Technology
FGF10 and non-coding RNAs are important for cashmere goat hair follicle development.
research Hair follicle differentiation: expression, structure and evolutionary conservation of the hair type II keratin intermediate filament gene family
Type II keratin genes are crucial for hair follicle differentiation and have a conserved structure and expression pattern.
research High-throughput phenotyping methods for quantifying hair fiber morphology
Hair fiber shape and curvature are not significantly linked when ancestry is considered.
research Malate-Based Polyester Chemically Shielded Metal–Phenolic Networks Coated with Long-Lasting Antimicrobial and Anti-Inflammatory Performance for Infection Prevention in Artificial Hair Fibers
A special coating was made for artificial hair fibers that can slowly release silver ions for up to 56 days, providing long-term protection against bacteria and inflammation.