Mutations in the hairless protein gene cause hair loss.
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August 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” PRDX5 enzyme may contribute to alopecia areata by affecting oxidative stress and autoimmunity.
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June 2017 in “Journal of cell science” AGD1's PH domain is essential for its role in root hair growth and polarity.
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August 2016 in “Dermatology - Open Journal” Mitochondria change shape to meet energy needs during cell movement.
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December 2018 in “Genetics in Medicine” Pegvaliase is recommended for treating adults with phenylketonuria.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” PRC1 influences skin stem cell development by both turning genes on and off, affecting hair growth and skin cell types.
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September 2022 in “Molecular pharmacology” KATP channels are important for energy balance and are targeted by drugs for diabetes, hypoglycemia, hypertension, and hair loss.
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December 2011 in “Stem Cells and Development” NADPH oxidase 4 is key for stem cell activity and growth under low oxygen.
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February 2008 in “Science” Reactive oxygen species and calcium create a feedback loop that shapes root hair cells.
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December 2018 in “Plant, cell & environment/Plant, cell and environment” A protein called PLC2 is important for the growth and development of plant roots influenced by auxin.
Mdm2 is crucial for controlling p53 to maintain healthy cells and prevent tumors.
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March 2004 in “Journal of Clinical Investigation” Targeting ornithine decarboxylase can help prevent skin cancer.
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January 2013 in “Indian dermatology online journal” Dermatopathia pigmentosa reticularis causes skin discoloration, hair loss, and nail problems.
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June 2021 in “Cell Proliferation” Low oxygen levels improve the function of hair and skin cells when they are in direct contact.
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April 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” PBX1 reduces aging and cell death in stem cells by boosting SIRT1 and lowering PARP1.
April 2025 in “Molecular Biology Reports” DNMT1 may help treat hypospadias by improving cell function and preventing unwanted cell changes.
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November 2007 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Ku80 is a key receptor for Thymosin β4, affecting cell migration and wound healing.
April 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” RPGRIP1L helps skin cells stick together by blocking PKCβII, which can prevent skin blistering like in pemphigus.
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September 2005 in “Journal of Cellular Biochemistry” Retinoids increase steroid sulfatase activity in leukemia cells through RARα/RXR and involves certain pathways like phosphoinositide 3-kinase and ERK-MAP kinase.
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May 1994 in “Veterinary Pathology” PTHrP is higher in certain dog tumors and may act as a local growth factor.
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April 2010 in “Nature” A gene called APCDD1, which controls hair growth, is found to be faulty in a type of hair loss called hereditary hypotrichosis simplex.
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December 2019 in “The Plant Journal” Nitrate helps plants manage phosphate uptake and starvation responses through NIGT1 proteins.
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September 2025 in “Plant Signaling & Behavior” Apyrase enzymes control ATP levels in Arabidopsis root growth zones.
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September 2008 in “Plant Signaling & Behavior” OsPHR2 gene in rice enhances root growth and phosphorus accumulation.
Cadd4 effectively reduces cholesterol levels without side effects.
March 2008 in “British Journal of Pharmacology” Enzymes play crucial roles in metabolism, health, and disease management.
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November 2007 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Very-long-chain acyl-CoA synthetases and fatty acid transport proteins play key roles in fatty acid metabolism and lipid processing in different tissues.
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August 2014 in “Cell Metabolism” Mitochondrial Complex I reduces inflammation and increases bone breakdown by affecting certain immune cells.
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September 2011 in “Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Molecular Basis of Disease” Hairless protein helps control hair growth by regulating vitamin D receptor activity.