research Exploring the possibility of predicting human head hair greying from DNA using whole-exome and targeted NGS data
Hair greying is mainly influenced by age, with genetics playing a smaller role.
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600-630 / 1000+ resultsresearch Author response: Deletion of the MAD2L1 spindle assembly checkpoint gene is tolerated in mouse models of acute T-cell lymphoma and hepatocellular carcinoma
Deleting the MAD2L1 gene is tolerated in certain mouse cancer models.
research Novel KRT 83 and KRT 86 mutations associated with monilethrix
New mutations in KRT83 and KRT86 are linked to the hair disorder monilethrix.
research Skin γδ T cell subsets have distinct functions in alopecia areata 3844
Different γδ T cell types have unique roles in causing alopecia areata.
research A novel mutation in ST14 at a functionally significant amino acid residue expands the spectrum of ichthyosis-hypotrichosis syndrome
A new mutation in the ST14 gene broadens the understanding of ichthyosis-hypotrichosis syndrome.
research Immune deficiency–related enteropathy-lymphocytopenia-alopecia syndrome results from tetratricopeptide repeat domain 7A deficiency
A deficiency in the TTC7A gene causes immune problems, gut issues, and hair loss.
research Selected variants of the melanocortin 4 receptor gene (MC4R) do not confer susceptibility to female pattern hair loss
MC4R gene variants not linked to female hair loss.
research Mutations in the Desmoglein 4 Gene Are Associated with Monilethrix-like Congenital Hypotrichosis
Mutations in the DSG4 gene can cause a rare hair disorder similar to monilethrix.
research A Girl with a Novel Splice Site Mutation in <i>VDR</i> Supports the Role of a Ligand-Independent VDR Function on Hair Cycling
A mutation in the VDR gene affects hair cycling without needing ligand binding.
research The genetic link between thyroid dysfunction and alopecia areata: a bidirectional two-sample Mendelian randomization study
Thyroid issues can cause alopecia areata.
research Bacteroides fragilis and Microbacterium as Microbial Signatures in Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
Bacteroides fragilis and Microbacterium sp. T32 may be linked to autoimmune activity in Hashimoto's thyroiditis and alopecia areata.
research Fine Mapping and Identifying the Mutation Gene of snthr -1Bao ScantHair Mouse
The scant hair in snthr-1Bao mice is likely caused by a deletion affecting the Plcd1 gene.
research Complex genetic dependencies among growth and neurological phenotypes in healthy children: Towards deciphering developmental mechanisms
Genetic factors influence growth and brain development in children.
research Mutations in the Desmoglein 4 Gene Underlie Localized Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis with Monilethrix Hairs and Congenital Scalp Erosions
Mutations in the DSG4 gene cause specific hair and scalp issues.
research Mendelian Randomization Identifies CD25+ CD4+ Tregs and Plasma Proteins in Androgenetic Alopecia Pathogenesis
CD25+ CD4+ Tregs and certain plasma proteins are linked to hair loss.
research Hypotrichosis with juvenile macular dystrophy: a case report with molecular study
A rare genetic disorder causes sparse hair and vision loss due to a CDH3 gene mutation.
research Evidence for two independent functional variants for androgenetic alopecia around the androgen receptor gene
Two gene areas linked to male pattern baldness found, more research needed.
research Late presentation of myotonic dystrophy
Myotonic dystrophy should be considered in patients with hair thinning, and genetic counseling is important.
research Whole genome sequencing analysis of alpaca suggests TRPV3 as a candidate gene for the suri phenotype
The TRPV3 gene variant may cause the long-haired suri alpaca coat.
research DNA dioxygenases Tet2/3 regulate gene promoter accessibility and chromatin topology in lineage-specific loci to control epithelial differentiation
The enzymes Tet2 and Tet3 are important for skin cell development and hair growth.
research Gain‐of‐function variants in the ODC1 gene cause a syndromic neurodevelopmental disorder associated with macrocephaly, alopecia, dysmorphic features, and neuroimaging abnormalities
ODC1 gene mutations cause a neurodevelopmental disorder with large head size, hair loss, and facial abnormalities.
research DNA determination of human hair bulbs in normal and androgenetic alopecia
Hair loss happens due to faster cell growth and fewer cells in affected follicles.
research Immunochemical studies on blood group A substance from human hair
Human hair contains a substance that shows blood group A activity.
research GTL1 is required for a robust root hair growth response to avoid nutrient overloading
GTL1 is needed to control root hair growth and prevent problems when there are too many nutrients.
research Association between Androgenic Hair Patterns and Prostate Cancer Risk in South Indian Men: A Case-control Study from the Cauvery Delta.
No link was found between hair patterns and prostate cancer risk in South Indian men.
research Novel Vitamin D Receptor Mutations in Hereditary Vitamin D Resistant Rickets in Chinese
New mutations in the VDR gene cause vitamin D-resistant rickets without hair loss.
research Genetics of Structural Hair Disorders
The document concludes that over 500 genes are linked to hair disorders and this knowledge is important for creating new treatments.
research AN UPDATE OF HAIR SHAFT DISORDERS
Advances in genetics may lead to targeted treatments for hair disorders.
research The 5alpha-reductase type 1, but not type 2, gene is expressed in anagen hairs plucked from the vertex area of the scalp of hirsute women and normal individuals
The gene SDR5A1 is found in scalp hair of both hirsute and normal individuals, but it does not explain differences in hair growth.
research Novel missense mutation in the EDA gene in a family affected by oligodontia
Researchers found a new mutation in the EDA gene that likely causes missing teeth and mild skin symptoms in one family.