research A cluster of 21 keratin-associated protein genes within introns of another gene on human chromosome 21q22.3
A cluster of 21 keratin-associated protein genes important for hair growth was found on human chromosome 21.
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960-990 / 1000+ resultsresearch Two familial cases of Olmsted-like syndrome with a G573V mutation of theTRPV3gene
A new genetic mutation in the TRPV3 gene causes Olmsted-like syndrome in a Mongolian family.
research Ovine KRTAP36-2: A New Keratin-Associated Protein Gene Related to Variation in Wool Yield
The KRTAP36-2 gene in sheep affects wool yield.
research In vivo Alteration of the Keratin 17 Gene in Hair Follicles by Oligonucleotide-directed Gene Targeting
Injecting specific oligonucleotides can change hair growth and structure by altering a gene.
research DSP c.6310delA p.(Thr2104Glnfs*12) associates with arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy, increased trabeculation, curly hair, and palmoplantar keratoderma
A specific gene variant is linked to heart disease, increased heart muscle, curly hair, and thick skin on palms and soles.
research Loss‐of‐function of Endothelin receptor type A results in Oro‐Oto‐Cardiac syndrome
A mutation in the EDNRA gene causes Oro-Oto-Cardiac syndrome, affecting face and heart development.
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 Tryptophan Missense Mutation in the Ligand‐Binding Domain of the Vitamin D Receptor Causes Severe Resistance to 1,25‐Dihydroxyvitamin D
A mutation in the vitamin D receptor causes severe resistance to vitamin D, affecting bone health but not hair growth.
research A novel PLEC nonsense homozygous mutation (c.7159G > T; p.Glu2387*) causes epidermolysis bullosa simplex with muscular dystrophy and diffuse alopecia: a case report
A new mutation in the PLEC gene causes a rare condition with skin blistering, muscle weakness, and hair loss.
research Keratins and skin disease
Keratin mutations cause skin diseases and could lead to new treatments.
research Retardation of Hair Follicle Development by the Deletion of TrkC, High-Affinity Neurotrophin-3 Receptor
Lack of TrkC receptor delays hair follicle development.
research Characterization of a Cluster of Human High/Ultrahigh Sulfur Keratin-associated Protein Genes Embedded in the Type I Keratin Gene Domain on Chromosome 17q12-21
A cluster of sulfur-rich hair protein genes was found on chromosome 17.
research The Human Type II Keratin Gene Cluster on Chromosome 12q13.13: Final Count or Hidden Secrets?
The document concludes that the human keratin gene cluster is complex, with a need for updated naming to reflect over 50 functional genes important for hair and skin biology.
research Identification and characterization of Birt–Hogg–Dubé associated renal carcinoma
Somatic BHD mutations are rare in Japanese renal tumors.
research Analysis of the relationship between the mutation site of the SLC39A4 gene and acrodermatitis enteropathica by reporting a rare Chinese twin: a case report and review of the literature
New mutations in the SLC39A4 gene found in twins help understand the genetic cause of acrodermatitis enteropathica.
research A Girl with a Novel Splice Site Mutation in VDR 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 Compound Heterozygous Mutations in the Hairless Gene in Atrichia with Papular Lesions
Genetic testing for hairless gene mutations is crucial to correctly diagnose and treat atrichia with papular lesions.
research Overexpression of protein kinase C-α in the epidermis of transgenic mice results in striking alterations in phorbol ester-induced inflammation and COX-2, MIP-2 and TNF-α expression but not tumor promotion
Overexpressing PKCα in mice skin increases inflammation but doesn't affect tumor growth.
research Hypotrichosis with juvenile macular dystrophy: a case report with molecular study
A new genetic mutation was found causing hair and eye issues in a boy.
research Compound Heterozygous Mutations in Forkhead Box N1 (FOXN1) Lead to a Severe Immunodeficiency but Normal Hair and Nail Development in Patients
Mutations in the FOXN1 gene cause severe immune issues but don't affect hair and nails.
research Variation in Ovine KRTAP13-3 and Its Association with Wool Characteristics in Chinese Tan Sheep
The KRTAP13-3 gene affects wool fibre diameter variability in Chinese Tan sheep.
research Correlation analysis of four KRTAP gene polymorphisms and cashmere fiber diameters in two cashmere goat breeds
Certain gene variations are linked to the thickness of cashmere goat hair.
research Olmsted Syndrome Caused by a Heterozygous p.Gly568Val Missense Mutation in TRPV3 Gene
A specific gene mutation causes Olmsted syndrome.
research Connexin 26 (GJB2) mutations in keratitis–ichthyosis–deafness syndrome presenting with squamous cell carcinoma
Connexin-26 gene mutations may increase cancer risk in KID syndrome patients.
research Structural Stability of Wild Type and Mutated α-Keratin Fragments: Molecular Dynamics and Free Energy Calculations
The Glu413Lys mutation in keratin affects hair stability, while Glu413Asp does not.
research FOXN1 Italian founder mutation in Indian family: Implications in prenatal diagnosis
A rare genetic mutation found in an Indian family can be detected through prenatal screening.
research Adenomatous Polyposis Coli (APC) Is Required for Normal Development of Skin and Thymus
The Apc gene is crucial for normal skin and thymus development.
research Development of Heritable Melanoma in Transgenic Mice
The transgene likely activated an oncogene or interrupted a tumor suppressor gene, causing melanoma in mice.
research Identification of the Ovine Keratin-Associated Protein 26-1 Gene and Its Association with Variation in Wool Traits
Selecting specific KRTAP26-1 gene variants can improve wool quality in sheep.
research Ancient lineages of the keratin-associated protein (KRTAP) genes and their co-option in the evolution of the hair follicle
Some hair protein genes evolved early and were adapted for use in hair follicles.