research Recent advances in neuropeptide-related omics and gene editing: Spotlight on NPY and somatostatin and their roles in growth and food intake of fish
New tools show that in fish, NPY increases feeding and somatostatin decreases it.
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30 / 1000+ results research La palabra total revelada en sueños: la poesía de Justo Jorge Padrón
The skin acts as an endocrine organ, producing and managing hormones essential for body functions.
research Changes in expression of the neuropeptide Y Y1 receptor gene in the medial amygdala of transgenic mice during pregnancy and after delivery
Pregnancy-related hormone changes affect Y1 receptor gene expression in mice.
research Saliva secretion in engrafted mouse bioengineered salivary glands using taste stimulation
Bioengineered salivary glands in mice can produce saliva when tasting sour or bitter, but have different protein levels and nerve signals compared to natural glands.
research Single cell deciphering of pruritic keloids: the interaction between fibroblasts and Schwann cells through the Midkine signaling
Targeting Midkine can help reduce pain and itching in keloids.
research A neuroendocrinological perspective on human hair follicle pigmentation
Brain hormones significantly affect hair color and could potentially be used to prevent or reverse grey hair.
research Stress and Psychoneuroimmunologic Factors in Dermatology
Stress and emotional factors can worsen skin conditions by affecting the immune system.
research Hair(y) Matters in Melanoma Biology
The document concludes that the immune-inhibitory environment of the hair follicle may prevent melanoma development.
research Anorexia nervosa and reproduction: connecting brain to gonads
Anorexia nervosa can harm fertility and increase pregnancy risks.
research Biology of Hair Growth and Influence of External Factors (Ecology, Stress, Nutrition
External factors like pollution, stress, and poor nutrition can negatively affect hair growth.
research Human Hair Follicle: An Update on Biology and Perspectives in Hair Growth Disorders Treatment
New treatments for hair growth disorders are needed due to limited current options and complex hair follicle biology.
research Cutaneous neuroimmunology – lessons from the hair follicle
Stress and certain chemicals affect hair growth by interacting with the immune and nervous systems.
research Restoring neuropetide Y levels in the hypothalamus ameliorates premature aging phenotype in mice
Increasing neuropeptide Y in the brain can slow aging signs in mice.
research Beyond acne: Current aspects of sebaceous gland biology and function
The sebaceous gland has more roles than just producing sebum and contributing to acne, and new research could lead to better skin disease treatments.
research Neuronal plasticity of the “brain–skin connection”: stress-triggered up-regulation of neuropeptides in dorsal root ganglia and skin via nerve growth factor-dependent pathways
Stress increases certain chemicals in the skin and nerves, which might worsen skin conditions.
research Microbial harmony in female reproductive health: exploring the impact of intestinal flora on ovarian function and disease pathogenesis
Gut bacteria affect female reproductive health and may help diagnose and treat related diseases.
research The Neurobiology of Sexual Function
Testosterone is important for men's sexual function, may help some women's sexual desire, while other hormones and neurotransmitters also play complex roles in sexual behavior.
research Fully functional hair follicle regeneration through the rearrangement of stem cells and their niches
Regenerated fully functional hair follicles using stem cells, with potential for hair regrowth therapy.
research Anatomy and Function of the Skin
The skin is the largest organ, protecting the body, regulating temperature, and producing hormones.
research Molecular functional analyses revealed essential roles of HSP90 and lamin A/C in growth, migration, and self-aggregation of dermal papilla cells
HSP90 and lamin A/C are crucial for hair growth and could be targets for treating hair loss.
research The Function and Structure of the Skin
The skin protects the body, regulates temperature, senses touch, and makes vitamin D.
research The prevalence of thyroid function test abnormalities and serum thyroid autoantibodies in vitiligo and alopecia areata patients in Saudi Arabian population
Thyroid tests may not be needed for all vitiligo and alopecia areata patients unless thyroid disease symptoms appear.
research Expression and functional relevance of melatonin receptors in hair follicle biology
Melatonin receptors in hair follicles help regulate hair growth and could treat hair loss.
research Structure and Function of the Skin
The document concludes that the skin is a complex organ providing protection, sensation, and healing, with challenges in treating conditions like itchiness.
research Functional complexity of hair follicle stem cell niche and therapeutic targeting of niche dysfunction for hair regeneration
Understanding how hair follicle stem cells work can help find new ways to prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.
research Protein-based functional hydrogel improves cutaneous nerve repair and diabetic wound healing
A protein-based hydrogel helps heal diabetic wounds and repair nerves.
research Functional characterization of OR51B5 and OR1G1 in human lung epithelial cells as potential drug targets for non-type 2 lung diseases
Blocking certain receptors in the lungs might help treat a specific type of asthma.
research An updated review of the sebaceous gland and its role in health and diseases Part 1: Embryology, evolution, structure, and function of sebaceous glands
Sebaceous glands in our skin, developing during pregnancy and active in puberty, produce sebum for skin lubrication, temperature control, and fighting germs, also help in hormone regulation, and their dysfunction can cause conditions like acne and hair loss.
research Toll-Like Receptor Function in Acute Wounds
Toll-like receptors are important for wound healing, but can slow it down in diabetic wounds.
research In vitro Differentiation of Melanocyte Stem Cells Derived from Vitiligo Patients into Functional Melanocytes
Melanocyte stem cells from non-affected skin in vitiligo patients can become functional melanocytes for potential therapy.