research Helical twist direction in the macrofibrils of keratin fibres is left handed
Keratin fibers in hair twist left-handed.
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150-180 / 1000+ resultsresearch Moisture sorption/desorption of protein fibres
Internal lipids in keratin fibers, like wool and hair, reduce water absorption and release.
research Nucleation and growth of macrofibrils in trichocyte (hard-α) keratins
Sheet formation is key to macrofibril structure differences in wool.
research Structure and biochemistry of mammalian hard keratin
research Macrofibril Formation
research Pseudo-Cushing Syndrome
Pseudo-Cushing's symptoms disappear once the underlying issue is resolved.
research Hair, Wool, Quill, Nail, Claw, Hoof, and Horn
research Spatiotemporal Expression and Haplotypes Identification of KRT84 Gene and Their Association with Wool Traits in Gansu Alpine Fine-Wool Sheep
The KRT84 gene is linked to better wool quality in Gansu Alpine Fine-wool sheep.
research Human Hair Keratin‐Associated Proteins (KAPs)
Keratin-associated proteins are crucial for hair strength and structure.
research Expression patterns of keratin intermediate filament and keratin associated protein genes in wool follicles
Gene expression in wool follicles changes with growth cycles, offering insights into wool and human hair growth.
research The biology and genetics of curly hair
Curly hair is influenced by specific genetic variations.
research Bidirectional binding property of high glycine–tyrosine keratin-associated protein contributes to the mechanical strength and shape of hair
High glycine–tyrosine keratin-associated proteins help make hair strong and maintain its shape.
research Hair Keratin: Composition, Structure and Biogenesis
research Synthesis of Analogues of Cercidin, an Antimicrobial Compound of Cercidiphyllum japonicum : Glycosylation of Methyl Gallate with Ulosyl Bromides
Researchers created 10 new compounds similar to cercidin, which could lead to new antibiotics.
research Preliminary report of intraovarian injections of autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in extremely poor prognosis patients with only oocyte donation as alternative: a prospective cohort study
PRP injections did not significantly improve ovarian function in women with low ovarian reserve.
research An overview of animal models induced by glucocorticoids
Glucocorticoids can cause various health issues, but some treatments may help reduce these effects.
research ecancermedicalscience
Hair analysis may help detect breast cancer early by identifying changes in lipid content.
research Structural behavior of keratin-associated protein 8.1 in human hair as revealed by a monoclonal antibody
KAP8.1 protein is crucial for hair structure and interacts with keratin 85.
research Hair Breakage in Patients of African Descent: Role of Dermoscopy
Dermoscopy helps quickly identify hair breakage in people of African descent.
research Identification of llama KRTAP7-1 and KRTAP8-1 fiber genes and polymorphism screening
Mutations in specific llama genes may affect fiber quality for textiles.
research Types of Hair Dye and Their Mechanisms of Action
Hair dyes vary in how long they last and how deeply they penetrate hair.
research Metal-Chelation-Assisted Deposition of Polydopamine on Human Hair: A Ready-to-Use Eumelanin-Based Hair Dyeing Methodology
Polydopamine is a safe, effective, and permanent hair dye that turns gray hair black in one hour.
research Human hair keratin-associated proteins: Sequence regularities and structural implications
Keratin-associated proteins help link filaments and affect keratin's strength.
research Cyclosporine-A-Induced Intracranial Thrombotic Complications: Systematic Review and Cases Report
Cyclosporine-A can cause serious blood clots in the brain, so patients need careful monitoring.
research Therapeutic, Prophylactic, and Functional Use of Probiotics: A Current Perspective
Probiotics show promise for health benefits but need more research to understand how they work.
research Advances of antimicrobial dressings loaded with antimicrobial agents in infected wounds
Antimicrobial dressings are promising but need more research to confirm their effectiveness in healing wounds.
research The atypical ‘hippocampal’ glutamate receptor coupled to phospholipase D that controls stretch‐sensitivity in primary mechanosensory nerve endings is homomeric purely metabotropic GluK2
A special receptor in sensory nerve endings helps control how they respond to stretching.
research An overview of chemical straightening of human hair: technical aspects, potential risks to hair fibre and health and legal issues
Chemical hair straightening can damage hair and health, needing safer alternatives and stricter regulations.
research Wanted, dead and alive: Why a multidisciplinary approach is needed to unlock hair treatment potential
Different fields of expertise must work together to better understand hair growth and create effective hair loss treatments.
research Spatiotemporal Expression Characterization of KRTAP6 Family Genes and Its Effect on Wool Traits
KRTAP6 genes affect wool quality in sheep.