research Deadly hairs, lethal feathers – convergent evolution of poisonous integument in mammals and birds
Mammals and birds have evolved poisonous skin and feathers for defense.
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30 / 1000+ resultsresearch Demodex zalophi sp. nov. (Acari : Demodicidae) from Zalophus californianus, the California sea lion.
A new mite species was found in California sea lions, causing skin issues.
research Structure of the sinus hair follicle in the big‐clawed shrew, Sorex unguiculatus
The big-clawed shrew's sinus hair follicles are highly specialized for sensing vibrations.
research Side gland of Suncus murinus as a new model of sebaceous gland: 5?-reductase, androgen receptor, and nuclear androgen content in male and female animals
The side gland of Suncus murinus is a good model for studying human sebaceous glands.
research Convergent evolution has led to the loss of claw proteins in snakes and worm lizards
Snakes and worm lizards lost claw proteins due to similar evolutionary changes.
research The regeneration of caudal epidermal specializations inLygodactylus picturatus keniensis (gekkonidae, Lacertilia)
Lizards can regrow their tail scales with the same structure, distribution, and gender-specific features as the original ones, and this unique ability is not seen in adult mammals.
research Nevus comedonicus
Nevus comedonicus is a rare skin condition with grouped open pores, sometimes linked to other body issues.
research remarks on the evolution of the integumental scale armour
Pangolin scales evolved for protection, hardening with age, due to keratin gene diversification.
research Outer root sheath (ORS) cells organize into epidermoid cyst-like spheroids when cultured inside Matrigel: a light-microscopic and immunohistological comparison between human ORS cells and interfollicular keratinocytes
research Genomic and anatomical comparisons of skin support independent adaptation to life in water by cetaceans and hippos
research Dermoscopy of lymphoplasmacellular erosive dermatitis of the scalp reveals striking similarities to lymphoplasmacellular balanitis of Zoon
Scalp skin condition LEDS has similar features to Zoon's balanitis, a mucosal skin disorder.
research Porokeratotic Eccrine Ostial and Dermal Duct Nevus: A Report of Rare Late-Onset Solitary Lesion
A rare skin lesion in a 64-year-old woman was successfully treated with a laser, showing minimal redness and no return after one month.
research A histochemical examination of the epidermis of the southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina L.) during the telogen stage of hair growth
The southern elephant seal's skin layer helps waterproof the skin by being tightly connected to hair shafts.
research SEASONAL DERMATOPATHY AND CONCURRENT REPRODUCTIVE FINDINGS IN CAPTIVE FOSSA (CRYPTOPROCTA FEROX)
Hormonal changes during the reproductive cycle may cause seasonal skin problems in captive female fossas.
research Spontaneous Lesions of Endangered Geriatric Julia Creek Dunnarts (Sminthopsis douglasi, Archer 1979) with Emphasis in Reproductive Pathology
Geriatric Julia Creek dunnarts often suffer from reproductive and skin diseases, impacting conservation efforts.
research Carbon finance opportunities: There are excellent funding opportunities available to hydro developers in the new Carbon market
Nevus comedonicus can appear later in life and affect both eyelids.
research Activation of the OVOL1-OVOL2 axis in the hair bulb and in pilomatricoma and pilomatrix carcinoma
The OVOL1-OVOL2 axis is important for hair follicle differentiation and can help diagnose certain hair-related tumors.
research De Novo Regeneration of Rete Ridges during Cetacean skin wound healing
Fraser's Dolphin can heal skin wounds with minimal scarring, unlike humans.
research Distinct tooth regeneration systems deploy a conserved battery of genes
Different species use the same genes for tooth regeneration.
research Stereographic analysis of syringomas
Syringomas likely start in the upper dermis and form distinct luminal structures.
research Cloning of a Functional Vitamin D Receptor from the Lamprey (Petromyzon marinus), an Ancient Vertebrate Lacking a Calcified Skeleton and Teeth
Lampreys have a functional vitamin D receptor that may help detoxify harmful substances.
research Adaptations in the structure and innervation of follicle‐sinus complexes to an aquatic environment as seen in the Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris)
Manatee whiskers are specially adapted for touch in water.
research 779 Multicellular skin organoids as a unique modeling platform for skin physiology, injury, and disease
The new skin organoid system effectively mimics human skin for studying its functions, injuries, and diseases.
research An unusual case of quadruple polyorchidism in a human cadaver mimicking bilateral lipoma
A man had four testicles, two of which were outside the scrotum and looked like fatty lumps.
research Recognizing ophiasis pattern in discoid lupus: a rare diagnostic challenge
Dermatologists should recognize diverse discoid lupus signs to avoid misdiagnosis.
research Activation of the OVOL1-OVOL2 Axis in the Hair Bulb and in Pilomatricoma
The genes OVOL1 and OVOL2 are important for hair growth and may be involved in a type of skin tumor.
research Sarolaner, a novel parasiticide in the treatment of generalized demodicosis in dogs-a case study
Sarolaner effectively treats generalized demodicosis in dogs without side effects.
research Comparative Analysis of Chloroplast Genomes in Sansevieria Reveals Phylogenetic Relationships and High Variability Molecular Markers
Sansevieria and Dracaena are evolutionarily linked, and a specific gene marker can distinguish closely related species.
research Sjogren-Larsson Syndrome
If someone has scaly skin, muscle stiffness, and intellectual disability, doctors should consider Sjogren-Larsson Syndrome, but other conditions if more symptoms are present.
research “Solitary fibrofolliculoma of the eyelid
A rare eyelid tumor was successfully diagnosed and removed, highlighting the need for careful examination.