research Keratin network modifications lead to the mechanical stiffening of the hair follicle fiber
Changes in keratin make hair follicles stiffer.
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390-420 / 1000+ results research Multiscale modelling of human hair
Human hair becomes weaker and stretches more easily at higher temperatures.
research Nanoindentation of Hair Cortex and Medulla Regions
research A falling out following minoxidil: Telogen effluvium
A man lost a lot of scalp hair quickly after stopping minoxidil, but it grew back with mild male pattern baldness.
research LB1011 Oncogenic ras mutation induces spatiotemporally specific tissue deformation through converting fluctuated into sustained ERK activation
A specific mutation in Kras causes abnormal tissue changes by making a cell signal continuously active, which disrupts normal cell coordination.
research Unsuccessful Treatment of Alopecia Areata with Simvastatin/Ezetimibe: Experience in 12 Patients
Simvastatin/ezetimibe did not effectively treat severe alopecia areata and caused side effects in some patients.
research Development and evaluation of antisense shRNA-encoding plasmid loaded solid lipid nanoparticles against 5-α reductase activity
The new particle system could be a promising treatment for diseases related to the 5-α reductase enzyme.
research The walking dead: sequential nuclear and organelle destruction during hair development
Cells in hair die by breaking down their DNA and mitochondria as they form keratin.
research Normal Hair Growth in Children
Children's hair grows in different types from before birth through puberty, with growth rates and characteristics varying by age, sex, and race.
research Is there any relationship between decreased AgNOR protein synthesis and human hair loss?
Less AgNOR protein production is linked to hair loss.
research Hyperandrogenism from an Ovarian Interstitial-Cell Tumor in an Alpaca
An alpaca acted like a male and couldn't have babies because of a benign tumor in its ovary that caused high testosterone levels.
research A Simple Method to Extract DNA from Hair Shafts Using Enzymatic Laundry Powder
DNA can be quickly and effectively extracted from hair using laundry powder.
research Acral lymphomatoid papulosis
A woman had a rare skin condition with recurring painful nodules that heal in 6 weeks, often without needing treatment.
research Manganese Ethylene Bis(Maneb)-Induced Degeneration of Hair Follicle Epithelia in the Dosal Skin of WBN/ILA-Ht Rats.
Maneb causes delayed hair follicle damage in rats.
research Tendency to underestimate the severity of androgenetic alopecia
People often underestimate hair loss severity, with fewer seeking treatment, and it's more distressing for women.
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 Plakophilin 1 suppresses keratinocyte innate immune responses through DExD/H helicases
Plakophilin 1 helps control skin cell immune responses to prevent excessive inflammation.
research Oral and Systemic Manifestations of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus; Exploring the Association
Oral ulcers are common in SLE patients and often link to other symptoms.
research Quasi-Static Torsional Deformation of Single Hair Fibers: Application of a Modeling Approach and Results from Cosmetic Treatments.
The research found that twisting hair fibers can show changes in stiffness and damage, and help tell apart different hair treatments.
research Hard alpha-keratin degradation inside a tissue under high flux X-ray synchrotron micro-beam: A multi-scale time-resolved study
High flux X-ray beams quickly damage the structure of human hair.
research Expansion of specialized epidermis induced by hormonal state and mechanical strain
Nipple area expansion in mice needs both pregnancy hormones and mechanical strain.
research Targeting cardiac hypertrophy through a nuclear co‐repressor
Targeting NCoR1 can help treat heart enlargement and dysfunction.
research Oncogenic Kras induces spatiotemporally specific tissue deformation through converting pulsatile into sustained ERK activation
The Kras mutation changes normal cell signals, leading to disrupted tissue structure and potential cancer.
research Spatial and Temporal Coordination of Force-generating Actin-based Modules Drives Membrane RemodelingIn Vivo
Actin filaments help stabilize and integrate cell membranes during transfer.
research Comparative Proteomics Indicates That Biosynthesis of Pectic Precursors Is Important for Cotton Fiber and Arabidopsis Root Hair Elongation
Pectin biosynthesis is essential for the growth of cotton fibers and Arabidopsis root hairs.
research Nanozymes expanding the boundaries of biocatalysis
Nanozymes greatly improve biocatalysis by being stable, efficient, and versatile.
research Plants Producing Ribosome-Inactivating Proteins in Traditional Medicine
Some plants used in traditional medicine may help treat cancer because they contain proteins that can inactivate ribosomes.
research Technical Procedures for Preparation and Administration of Platelet-Rich Plasma and Related Products: A Scoping Review
The review found that the way Platelet-Rich Plasma is made varies a lot, which can change the results of medical treatments.
research Diagnostic applications and therapeutic option of Cascade CRISPR/Cas in the modulation of miRNA in diverse cancers: promises and obstacles
CRISPR/Cas systems show promise for cancer treatment by targeting miRNAs, but delivery and specificity challenges remain.
research Association of Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms in the CYP19A1 Gene with Female Pattern Hair Loss in a Chinese Population
Two gene variations, rs6493497 and rs7176005, may be linked to female hair loss in Chinese people.