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December 2024 in “Nano Research” A protein-based hydrogel helps heal diabetic wounds and repair nerves.
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September 2022 in “Frontiers in genetics” Different proteins are linked to the varying thickness of sheep and goat hair types.
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January 2013 in “Journal of Biological Macromolecules” A new method effectively separates keratin-associated proteins and keratin from human hair.
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May 2020 in “Journal of proteome research” Explosions don't stop hair proteins from being used to identify people.
Water and fatty acids affect hair's surface differently based on hair damage, and models can help understand hair-cosmetic interactions.
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November 2021 in “Cell Research” Cepharanthine and Trifluoperazine are effective against SARS-CoV-2.
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August 2020 in “American Journal Of Pathology” S100A4 promotes aggressive ovarian cancer and is a potential treatment target.
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February 2025 in “Free Radical Biology and Medicine” Blocking S100A8 can reduce chemotherapy-induced hair loss.
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June 2004 in “Journal of Molecular Histology” January 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” S100a4 is key for hair growth in cashmere goats.
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March 2014 in “American Journal of Pathology” Damaged hair follicles make mice more prone to skin inflammation and skin cancer after UV exposure.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The 3D-SeboSkin model effectively simulates Hidradenitis suppurativa and is useful for future research.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Aging reduces skin cell renewal and defense against germs due to TGFbeta, but blocking TGFbeta could help restore these functions.
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January 2018 in “Scientific reports” Human hair contains diverse proteins, including keratins and histones, which could help assess hair health and aging.
Canine fetal hair follicle stem cells show pluripotency, with higher S100 protein expression at 40 days.
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April 2022 in “Cell Communication and Signaling” High S100A4 levels worsen glioblastoma by promoting blood vessel growth.
January 2025 in “Clinical and Translational Medicine” A specific RNA can help hair growth in baldness by boosting stem cell activity.
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November 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Keratinocytes help heal skin wounds by interacting with immune cells and producing substances that kill pathogens.
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January 2018 in “Royal Society Open Science” Scientists found genes linked to the growth of high-quality brush hair in Chinese Haimen goats.
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January 2014 in “Nature Cell Biology” Wnt signaling controls whether hair follicle stem cells stay inactive or regenerate hair.
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February 2021 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Betacoronaviruses, like COVID-19, may cause hormone system dysfunction and affect disease susceptibility and severity.
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February 2015 in “Cell Death and Disease” Inhibiting AP1 in mice skin causes structural changes and weakens the skin barrier.
16 citations
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October 2015 in “Photochemistry and photobiology” Reducing copper (II) ion levels in hair can decrease hair damage.
10 citations
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January 2010 in “International journal of trichology” Keratin-associated proteins are part of the developing hair fiber cuticle.
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June 2021 in “Dermatology” Scientists created a 3D skin model to study a chronic skin disease and test treatments.
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October 2020 in “Veterinary Dermatology” New treatments and diagnostic methods for various animal skin conditions showed promising results.
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October 2024 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Sun-exposed skin shows different cell activity and gene expression, suggesting targets to prevent skin aging and cancer.