research The expanding significance of keratin intermediate filaments in normal and diseased epithelia
Keratin proteins are increasingly recognized as important for cell health and are linked to many diseases.
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research The mesenchymal component of hair follicle neogenesis: background, methods and molecular characterization
The document concludes that specific cells are essential for hair growth and more research is needed to understand how to maintain their hair-inducing properties.
research Incorporation of hair follicles in 3D bioprinted models of human skin
3D bioprinting can now create skin with hair-like structures for medical use.
research Ex vivo detection of SARS CoV 2 spike protein in human hair follicles and potential link to telogen effluvium
COVID-19 may cause hair loss by affecting hair follicles.
research The effects of infrared radiation on the human skin
Infrared radiation can cause skin aging and cancer at high temperatures but may have therapeutic benefits at controlled levels.
research Minoxidil ameliorates myelodysplastic syndrome by targeting Wnt4 while sparing normal hematopoiesis
Minoxidil may help treat myelodysplastic syndrome without harming normal blood cell production.
research Resequencing and Signatures of Selective Scans Point to Candidate Genetic Variants for Hair Length Traits in Long-Haired and Normal-Haired Tianzhu White Yak
The research found specific genes that may cause longer hair in Tianzhu White Yak.
research Epidermal Stem Cells do not Communicate Through Gap Junctions
Epidermal stem cells don't use gap junctions to communicate.
research Abstract 1489: Basal cell carcinomas express functional indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase (IDO) which may confer immunoprotection
Basal cell carcinomas may use IDO to protect themselves from the immune system.
research Directed Expression of Keratin 16 to the Progenitor Basal Cells of Transgenic Mouse Skin Delays Skin Maturation
Keratin 16 delays skin maturation and affects skin and hair development in mice.
research In this Issue
New findings on hair keratin, wound healing, and skin blistering were presented.
research From the Literature
Caffeine may help hair grow and manage hair loss.
research Epidermal and Hair Follicle Progenitor Cells Express Melanoma-Associated Chondroitin Sulfate Proteoglycan Core Protein
MCSP may help identify and regulate skin stem cells, affecting hair growth and regeneration.
research Genotoxic Agents: An Unexpected Effect on Healthy Epithelia
Chemotherapy drugs can cause abnormal growth and changes in healthy skin and gland cells.
research Retinoids in Hair Disorders
Retinoids can both cause and treat different hair disorders.
research Hair Cycle Control by Vanilloid Receptor-1 (TRPV1): Evidence from TRPV1 Knockout Mice
TRPV1 helps regulate hair growth cycles.
research Selective Expression of Calcium-Binding Proteins S100A8 and S100A9 at Distinct Sites of Hair Follicles
S100A8 and S100A9 proteins help form hair shafts during growth.
research Localization, Age- and Site-Dependent Expression, and Regulation of 11β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Type 1 in Skin
Increased 11β-HSD1 activity in skin may contribute to aging and could be targeted to reduce aging effects.
research Targeting olfactory receptor OR2AT4: An innovative aptamer-based treatment for hair growth promotion
A new treatment using a DNA aptamer can promote hair growth by targeting a specific receptor.
research CDK4/6 inhibition mitigates stem cell damage in a novel model for taxane‐induced alopecia
CDK4/6 inhibitors can protect hair cells from chemotherapy damage.
research K6/ODC transgenic mice as a sensitive model for carcinogen identification
K6/ODC transgenic mice are effective for quickly identifying cancer-causing chemicals.
research Disturbed Epidermal Structure in Mice with Temporally Controlled Fatp4 Deficiency
Fatp4 is crucial for healthy skin development and function.
research The vitamin D receptor, the skin and stem cells
Vitamin D receptor is crucial for healthy hair growth and preventing hair loss.
research [Employment of current results of tissue engineering in the development of skin substitutes].
Tissue engineering advancements are improving skin substitutes for better burn treatment.
research Mechanism of Vitamin D Receptor Action
Vitamin D receptor is essential for healthy bones and skin.
research Loss of epidermal PLCg1 induced sebaceous gland hyperplasia and sparse hair
Removing PLCg1 from skin cells caused thicker oil glands and less hair in mice.
research c-Myc activation in transgenic mouse epidermis results in mobilization of stem cells and differentiation of their progeny
c-Myc activation in mouse skin increases sebaceous gland growth and affects hair follicle development.
research Clionasterol-Rich Fraction of Caulerpa racemosa against Particulate Matter-Induced Skin Damage via Inhibition of Oxidative Stress and Apoptosis-Related Signaling Pathway
A substance from Caulerpa racemosa seaweed may protect against skin damage caused by air pollution by reducing oxidative stress and cell death.
research Alcohol extract from Vernonia anthelmintica willd (L.) seed counteracts stress-induced murine hair follicle growth inhibition
Alcohol extract from Vernonia anthelmintica seeds may help treat stress-related hair loss.
research Cold atmospheric microwave plasma (CAMP) stimulates dermal papilla cell proliferation by inducing β-catenin signaling
Cold Atmospheric Microwave Plasma (CAMP) helps hair cells grow and could potentially treat hair loss.