research Mutations in the Desmoglein 4 Gene Are Associated with Monilethrix-like Congenital Hypotrichosis
Mutations in the DSG4 gene can cause a rare hair disorder similar to monilethrix.
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450-480 / 1000+ results research Homozygous Nonsense Mutation in DSC3 Resulting in Skin Fragility and Hypotrichosis
A boy's skin fragility and sparse hair were caused by a genetic mutation affecting skin cell adhesion.
research INDENTIFICATION OF GENES INVOLVED IN INHERITED ECTODERMAL DYSPLASIAS
Mutations in specific genes cause different types of ectodermal dysplasias.
research RSPO1, a potent inducer of pancreatic β cell neogenesis
RSPO1 could help create new diabetes treatments by increasing pancreatic β cells.
research RAPID ALKALINIZATION FACTOR 22 is a key modulator of the root hair growth responses to fungal ethylene emissions in Arabidopsis
RALF22 is essential for root hair growth in response to fungal emissions in Arabidopsis.
research Human Trichohyalin Gene Is Clustered with the Genes for Other Epidermal Structural Proteins and Calcium-Binding Proteins at Chromosomal Locus 1q21
The trichohyalin gene is located at chromosomal region 1q21 with other skin-related protein genes.
research Molecular elements of the regulatory control of keratin filament modulator AHF/trichohyalin in the hair follicle
The study concluded that a protein important for hair strength is regulated by certain molecular processes and is affected by growth phases.
research Mutations in the helix termination motif of mouse type I IRS keratin genes impair the assembly of keratin intermediate filament
Mutations in specific keratin genes cause improper hair structure in mice due to faulty keratin protein assembly.
research Identification of Pygopus 2 as a component of the ribosomal RNA transcription complex in cancer
Pygopus 2 helps ovarian cancer cells grow by aiding ribosomal RNA production, independent of Wnt signaling.
research Defining BMP functions in the hair follicle by conditional ablation of BMP receptor IA
BMP receptor IA is essential for proper hair cell differentiation in mice.
research Investigation of the association of the MLPH gene with seasonal canine flank alopecia in Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs
The MLPH gene is not linked to seasonal hair loss in Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs.
research Hair Follicle Pluripotent Stem (hfPS) Cells
research Alopecia areata susceptibility variant in MHC region impacts expressions of genes contributing to hair keratinization and is involved in hair loss
A gene variant increases the risk of a type of hair loss by affecting hair protein production.
research Female Pseudohermaphroditism Caused by a Novel Homozygous Missense Mutation of the GR Gene
A new gene mutation causes female pseudohermaphroditism due to glucocorticoid resistance.
research DIAGNOSTIC VALUE OF CHROMOSOMAL MICROARRAY ANALYSIS IN PATIENTS WITH CONGENITAL ANOMALIES AND DYSMORPHIC FEATURES; DETAILS OF TWO NEW PATIENTS WITH 2q33 DELETIONS
Chromosomal microarray analysis is important for diagnosing rare genetic variations and guiding treatment.
research TRPS1 mutation associated with trichorhinophalangeal syndrome type 1 with 15 supernumerary teeth, hypoplastic mandibular condyles with slender condylar necks and unique hair morphology
A person with a specific gene mutation had extra teeth, unique jaw and hair features not seen before in this condition.
research BJD Editor's Choice
Some Greek melanoma patients have gene mutations linked to increased cancer risk, a new color feature helps diagnose melanoma, the incidence of a skin condition in the Netherlands is rare, and a gene possibly affects male-pattern baldness.
research Zebrafish Model of Hereditary Pigmentary Disorders
Zebrafish help understand genetic causes of skin pigment disorders like albinism.
research A group of type I keratin genes on human chromosome 17: characterization and expression.
Only one K16 gene on chromosome 17 makes a functional keratin protein.
research Folate receptor β performs an immune checkpoint function in activated macrophages
Folate receptor β helps suppress the immune system in macrophages and affects cancer growth and hair health.
research Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia and Autosomal-Dominant IFAP Syndrome Is a Clinical Spectrum Due to SREBF1 Variants
A mutation in the SREBF1 gene causes both hereditary mucoepithelial dysplasia and IFAP syndrome, which are related conditions.
research A case of monilethrix caused by novel compound heterozygous mutations in the desmoglein 4 (DSG4) gene
New mutations in the DSG4 gene cause a rare hair condition.
research Deregulated expression of E2F1 induces hyperplasia and cooperates with ras in skin tumor development
Overexpression of E2F1 can lead to skin tumors and disrupt hair growth.
research Targeted transgenic expression of the mutation causing Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome leads to proliferative and degenerative epidermal disease
The mutation causing Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome leads to severe skin problems and early death in mice.
research Identification of compound heterozygous mutations in AP1B1 leading to the newly described recessive keratitis–ichthyosis–deafness (KIDAR) syndrome
Mutations in the AP1B1 gene cause a new syndrome with skin, hearing, and developmental issues.
research GhDET2, a steroid 5α‐reductase, plays an important role in cotton fiber cell initiation and elongation
GhDET2 is crucial for cotton fiber growth.
research A 10 Mb duplication in chromosome band 5q31.3–5q33.1 associated with late-onset lipodystrophy, ichthyosis, epilepsy and glomerulonephritis
A genetic duplication on chromosome 5 was linked to a woman's unique combination of medical conditions.
research Biochemical features of primary cells from a pediatric patient with a gain-of-function ODC1 genetic mutation
A new genetic disorder caused by an ODC1 mutation can be treated with DFMO.
research Comprehensive transcriptome profiling between balding and non-balding scalp of female pattern hair loss in Asian
SFRP2 and PTGDS may be key factors in female hair loss.
research The β9 Loop Domain of PA-PLA1α Has a Crucial Role in Autosomal Recessive Woolly Hair/Hypotrichosis
A specific mutation in PA-PLA1α causes abnormal hair growth.