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July 2006 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A 4kb fragment of the desmocollin 3 promoter targets gene expression to specific skin and hair follicle areas.
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August 2006 in “Molecular and Cellular Biology” EGF signaling affects gene expression in skin cells, influencing hair growth and potentially cancer.
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August 2015 in “Arthritis & Rheumatology” Systemic sclerosis skin shows varied gene patterns, suggesting potential for personalized treatment.
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April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The research found that a specific skin cell type not only triggers hair growth but also controls hair color, and that aging can lead to hair loss and color changes.
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April 2020 in “Cells” DNA methylation and long non-coding RNAs are key in controlling hair growth in Cashmere goats.
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August 2022 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Sebaceous glands age due to genetic and environmental factors, affecting sebum production and composition.
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Mutations in the hairless protein gene cause hair loss.
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January 2004 in “DNA Research” A mutation in the Sgkl gene causes defective hair growth in mice.
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January 2008 in “China Journal of Bioinformatics” Goat skin has more keratin genes, while the mammary gland has more immunity-related genes.
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May 2014 in “Biochemical Society Transactions” Environmental cues can change the fate and function of epithelial cells, with potential for cell therapy.
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July 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Young donor, early passage stem cells have the highest stemness.
April 2012 in “Encyclopedia of Life Sciences” Different genes are linked to various types of hair loss.
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September 2016 in “World Rabbit Science” High wool density in Rex rabbits is linked to specific gene activity affecting hair follicle development.
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January 2012 in “Proteome Science” Adipose stem cells show common protein changes as they grow, especially involving S100A6.
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January 2009 in “Nature” Lgr5 and the vitamin D receptor are key in controlling skin inflammation and tumor risk in mice.
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May 2019 in “Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology” Understanding and manipulating epigenetic changes can potentially lead to human organ regeneration therapies, but more research is needed to improve these methods and minimize risks.
January 2017 in “Journal of Chemical Biological and Physical Sciences” Human hair keratin genes have unique simple sequence repeats that may help track genetic variations.
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September 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” The gene LRRC15 is more active in balding areas of the scalp compared to non-balding areas.
April 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” A specific RNA helps increase the growth of skin cells in Liaoning cashmere goats by working with a protein to boost a growth-related gene.
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December 2022 in “Genes” CNVs influence hair length in Tianzhu white yaks.
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July 2005 in “European Journal of Cell Biology” Terrestrial vertebrates have balanced keratin gene clusters, unlike teleost fish.
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November 2025 in “Science Advances” Two gene variants cause white spots in cattle.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The research updated the skin cell profile, finding new skin cell markers and showing fibroblasts' key role in skin health.
127 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of Biological Rhythms” The skin's internal clock affects healing, cancer risk, aging, immunity, and hair growth, and disruptions can harm skin health.
June 2026 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Retinoic acids temporarily change skin stem cells to a slower cycle and more differentiated state.
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May 2025 in “Animal Bioscience” Four genes affect hair follicle density in goats.
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August 2025 in “Epigenetics & Chromatin” H3K4me3 helps control RSPO3 to influence hair growth and development.