research Human hair keratin-associated proteins: Sequence regularities and structural implications
Keratin-associated proteins help link filaments and affect keratin's strength.
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30 / 1000+ resultsresearch Characterization of Human Keratin-Associated Protein 1 Family Members
Mutations in hKAP1 genes may cause hereditary hair disorders.
research Size Polymorphisms in the Human Ultrahigh Sulfur Hair Keratin-Associated Protein 4, KAP4, Gene Family
The study found that variations in hair protein genes are likely due to evolutionary deletions or duplications.
research Polymorphisms in the Human High Sulfur Hair Keratin-associated Protein 1, KAP1, Gene Family
Genetic variations in hair keratin proteins exist but don't significantly affect hair structure.
research Human KAP Genes, Only the Half of it? Extensive Size Polymorphisms in Hair Keratin-Associated Protein Genes
KAP genes show significant genetic variability, but its impact on hair traits is unclear.
research Characterization of the Human Hair Keratin–Associated Protein 2 (KRTAP2) Gene Family
KRTAP2 genes are crucial for hair structure and may impact hair disorders and treatments.
research Molecular Engineering of Recombinant Protein Hydrogels: Programmable Design and Biomedical Applications
Engineered protein hydrogels improve medical treatments by mimicking natural body structures.
research Isolation and Characterization of Mouse High-glycine/Tyrosine Proteins
Mouse high-glycine/tyrosine proteins have distinct patterns in hair follicles, peaking at specific hair cycle days.
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 Development of novel wound dressing based on elastin-like recombinamers for skin regeneration
Elastin-like recombinamers show promise for better wound healing and skin regeneration.
research Scaffolds for epidermal tissue engineering
New scaffold materials help heal severe skin wounds and improve skin regeneration.
research Resting no more: re‐defining telogen, the maintenance stage of the hair growth cycle
The telogen phase of hair growth is active and important for preparing hair follicles for regeneration, not just a resting stage.
research Trends in biopolymer science applied to cosmetics
Biopolymers are increasingly used in cosmetics for their non-toxicity and skin benefits, with future biotech advancements likely to expand their applications.
research The resistance mechanisms of bacteria against ciprofloxacin and new approaches for enhancing the efficacy of this antibiotic
Combining ciprofloxacin with other treatments may improve its effectiveness against resistant bacteria.
research Cathelicidins: Opportunities and Challenges in Skin Therapeutics and Clinical Translation
Cathelicidins could treat skin issues but face challenges like safety and resistance.
research A State-of-the-Art Overview on (Epi)Genomics and Personalized Skin Rejuvenating Strategies
Personalized skin rejuvenation using genomics shows promise but needs more research.
research Characterization of a gene encoding a cysteine-rich keratin associated protein synthesized late in rabbit hair follicle differentiation
A rabbit gene important for hair development was identified and detailed.
research Reversing Gray Hair: Inspiring the Development of New Therapies Through Research on Hair Pigmentation and Repigmentation Progress
Gray hair can potentially be reversed, leading to new treatments.
research In This Issue
Advancements in hair biology include new treatments and tools for hair growth and alopecia.
research In That Issue: Proceedings From the Third Intercontinental Meeting of Hair Research Societies
The meeting covered advances in understanding hair growth, causes of hair loss, and potential treatments.
research Molecular mechanisms of Y chromosome loss and UTY gene activity
Loss of the Y chromosome and UTY gene activity increases cancer risk in men.
research Discovery of a transdermally deliverable pentapeptide for activating AdipoR1 to promote hair growth
A new small peptide may help hair growth by activating a specific receptor and should be tested in humans.
research The topical penta-peptide Gly-Pro-Ile-Gly-Ser increases the proportion of thick hair in Japanese men with androgenetic alopecia
GPIGS peptide increases thick hair growth in balding Japanese men.
research Co-delivery of bioactive peptides by nanoliposomes for promotion of hair growth
Nanoliposomes effectively deliver hair-growth peptides into hair follicles.
research The cDNA-deduced amino acid sequence for trichohyalin, a differentiation marker in the hair follicle, contains a 23 amino acid repeat.
Trichohyalin, a hair follicle protein, has a part with repeating patterns of 23 amino acids.
research Few Simple Sequence Repeats in Human Hair
Human hair keratin genes have unique simple sequence repeats that may help track genetic variations.
research Isolation and Characterization of Human Repetin, a Member of the Fused Gene Family of the Epidermal Differentiation Complex
Repetin is a protein involved in skin and hair development, binding calcium and compensating for other proteins when needed.
research The Region Coding for the Helix Termination Motif and the Adjacent Intron 6 of the Human Type I Hair Keratin Gene hHa2 Contains Three Natural, Closely Spaced Polymorphic Sites
research Characterization of Human KAP24.1, A Cuticular Hair Keratin-Associated Protein with Unusual Amino-Acid Composition and Repeat Structure
Scientists discovered a unique hair protein, KAP24.1, with a special structure, found only in the upper part of hair cuticles.
research Proteopedia entry: Coiled‐coil structure of keratins
Keratins are crucial proteins for hair and nails, with a structure that helps teach protein principles.