research Proteopedia entry: Coiled‐coil structure of keratins
Keratins are crucial proteins for hair and nails, with a structure that helps teach protein principles.
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210-240 / 1000+ resultsresearch Structural features and sites of expression of a new murine 65 kD and 48 kD hair-related keratin pair, associated with a special type of parakeratotic epithelial differentiation
A new pair of mouse keratins, 65 kD and 48 kD, are found in specific skin areas and are linked to a unique skin differentiation type.
research Cornification in reptilian epidermis occurs through the deposition of keratin‐associated beta‐proteins (beta‐keratins) onto a scaffold of intermediate filament keratins
Reptile skin hardens by layering beta-proteins on keratin.
research Peer Review #1 of "Potential use of human hair shaft keratin peptide signatures to distinguish gender and ethnicity (v0.2)"
Keratin peptide signatures in hair may help identify gender and ethnicity.
research Delineation of Matriptase Protein Expression by Enzymatic Gene Trapping Suggests Diverging Roles in Barrier Function, Hair Formation, and Squamous Cell Carcinogenesis
Matriptase is crucial for skin barrier, hair growth, and may contribute to skin cancer.
research Isolation and characterization of genomic clones of human sequences presumably coding for hair cysteine-rich proteins
A new protein linked to hair strength was identified, aiding in understanding brittle hair conditions.
research A Short Peptide GPIGS Promotes Proliferation of Hair Bulb Keratinocytes and Accelerates Hair Regrowth in Mice
The peptide GPIGS helps hair cells grow and speeds up hair regrowth in mice.
research Design of a RADA16-based self-assembling peptide nanofiber scaffold for biomedical applications
RADA16 is a promising material for tissue repair and regenerative medicine but needs improvement in strength and cost.
research Matriptase: Potent Proteolysis on the Cell Surface
Matriptase is crucial for skin, hair, and immune cell health, and its imbalance can lead to cancer.
research Chaotrope-Guided Protein Microneedles with High Drug-Loading Capacity, Ultrafast Dissolution, and High Mechanical Strength
research Chirality Effect on Physical and Biological Properties of Peptide-Based Hydrogels
Chirality affects the structure, strength, and function of peptide-based hydrogels.
research Longer TA repeat but not V89L polymorphisms in the SRD5A2 gene may confer acne risk in the Chinese population
Longer TA repeats in the SRD5A2 gene may increase acne risk in Chinese people.
research Characterization of a Cluster of Human High/Ultrahigh Sulfur Keratin-associated Protein Genes Embedded in the Type I Keratin Gene Domain on Chromosome 17q12-21
A cluster of sulfur-rich hair protein genes was found on chromosome 17.
research An osteopontin‐derived peptide inhibits human hair growth at least in part by decreasing fibroblast growth factor‐7 production in outer root sheath keratinocytes
FOL-005 peptide can reduce human hair growth by lowering FGF7 levels.
research Cosmeceuticals: peptides, proteins, and growth factors
Peptides, proteins, and growth factors in skincare show promise for improving skin health.
research Self-assembled monolayer enhanced support-free two-photon polymerisation for microscale kinematic pairs
A new method creates precise, stable microscale structures with reduced friction and potential for complex designs.
research Characterization of a First Domain of Human High Glycine-Tyrosine and High Sulfur Keratin-associated Protein (KAP) Genes on Chromosome 21q22.1
Researchers mapped and categorized specific keratin-associated protein genes on human chromosome 21q22.1.
research Current Insight of Peptide-Based Hydrogels for Chronic Wound Healing Applications: A Concise Review
Peptide-based hydrogels are promising for healing chronic wounds effectively.
research Intramembrane Proteolysis of Astrotactins
Astrotactin-2 is cleaved in a specific way that helps understand its maturation.
research Self Prion Protein Peptides are Immunogenic in Lewis Rats
Rats can develop an immune response to prion protein peptides, but it may cause severe skin issues in older rats.
research Converging physiological roles of the anthrax toxin receptors
CMG2 and TEM8 receptors have distinct roles in skin and growth disorders, affecting collagen breakdown and growth.
research Complete sequence of a hair-like intermediate filament type II keratin gene
KRT2.13 gene is similar to KRT2.9 but not expressed in hair follicles.
research Mechanisms underlying the action of self-assembling short-peptide nano-fiber gel scaffold materials in the aesthetic repair of burn wounds
Short-peptide gel scaffolds improve burn wound healing and hair growth.
research Androgen receptor (AR) gene (CAG)n and (GGN)n length polymorphisms and symptoms in young males with long-lasting adverse effects after finasteride use against androgenic alopecia
Gene differences affect finasteride side effects in men with hair loss.
research Synthesis, Crystal Structure and Supramolecular Features of Novel 2,4-Diaminopyrimidine Salts
The salts have diverse molecular packing with significant hydrogen interactions.
research Rippled‐pattern trichomatricoma
A unique hair tumor with a rippled pattern was identified, showing incomplete differentiation and unusual cell arrangements.
research Ultrashort peptide nanofibrous hydrogels for the acceleration of healing of burn wounds
Peptide hydrogels heal burn wounds faster and better than standard dressings.
research Effects of Food-Derived Collagen Peptides on the Expression of Keratin and Keratin-Associated Protein Genes in the Mouse Skin
Eating collagen peptides may help with skin and hair growth.
research Proteomic tools for the investigation of human hair structural proteins and evidence of weakness sites on hair keratin coil segments
Hair proteins have weak spots in their α-helical segments.
research Comparative analysis of various hair peptide serums in managing telogen effluvium in females: Efficacy, safety, and patient satisfaction
The cytokine and peptide serum was most effective in reducing hair loss and improving hair growth.