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January 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” S100A6 protein is linked to disease progression, especially in cancers.
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Amino acid storage proteins are essential for maintaining stem cells in female fruit flies.
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July 2017 in “Scientific Reports” N-WASP is essential for healthy skin and preventing inflammation.
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RNA-based treatments show promise for managing Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome.
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April 2013 in “PLOS ONE” TNFα, IFNγ, and Substance P significantly affect prolactin levels in human skin, suggesting new treatments for skin and hair conditions.
The protein's size was reduced, but more work is needed to confirm its function.
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