research Molecular Genetics of Alopecias
Scientists have found specific genes linked to different hair loss conditions, which could lead to new treatments.
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research Expression analysis of the type I keratin protein keratin 33A in goat coat hair
Keratin 33A is a key protein in goat winter coats, especially in high-producing breeds.
research Keratin function and regulation in tissue homeostasis and pathogenesis
Keratin is crucial for keeping skin cells healthy and its changes can lead to diseases and affect cell behavior.
research Older women’s negative psychological and physical experiences with injectable cosmetic treatments to the face
Older women reported negative physical and psychological effects from Botox and facial fillers, feeling neglected by the medical system.
research Male pattern hair loss: prevention rather than regrowth
Preventing hair loss is more effective than regrowth; oral finasteride is a realistic option.
research Hair Loss in Children
Children's hair loss has many causes and requires careful diagnosis and personalized treatment, including emotional support.
research Disorders of hair
The document concludes that hair analysis is not good for assessing nutrition but can detect long-term heavy metal exposure.
research Structural investigation on damaged hair keratin treated with α,β-unsaturated Michael acceptors used as repairing agents
Treatments improved hair surface and scale structure but didn't increase certain bonds in the hair cortex.
research Alopecia in Harlequin mutant mice is associated with reduced AIF protein levels and expression of retroviral elements
Harlequin mutant mice have hair loss due to low AIF protein levels and retroviral element activity.
research “Structural imprinting” of the cutaneous immune effector function
Loricrin affects skin immune function and homeostasis.
research The Morphological Basis of vicuña wool: Skin and gland structure in Vicugna vicugna (Molina 1782)
Vicuña wool's quality is due to a high density of fine secondary hair follicles, and their skin glands may be used for communication.
research Structural Color of Partially Deacetylated Chitin Nanowhisker Film Inspired by Jewel Beetle
The film creates vibrant colors and can be used in food sensors and cosmetics.
research Hair diseases: a big problem on a small surface
Many hair diseases, including those caused by medications and psychological issues, can lead to hair loss and require proper treatment and specialist care.
research Comparison of Calcium and Barium Microcapsules as Scaffolds in the Development of Artificial Dermal Papillae
Calcium microcapsules are better for long-term use in artificial dermal papilla, while barium microcapsules are good for short-term.
research Hairless-knockout piglets generated using the clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeat/CRISPR-associated-9 exhibit abnormalities in the skin and thymus
Pigs without the Hairless gene showed skin and thymus changes, useful for studying human hair disorders.
research Age-associated thin hair displays molecular, structural and mechanical characteristic changes
Older thin hair is not just thinner but also has different shape, structure, and stiffness.
research Structural and epistatic regulatory variants cause hallmark white spotting in cattle
Two gene variants cause white spots in cattle.
research Homeodynamic Rejuvenation: an adaptive framework for resetting skin aging
Homeodynamic Rejuvenation aims to improve skin's stress management and recovery to combat aging.
research Odd-Looking Hair and Progressive Alopecia in Mother and Son
Mother and son diagnosed with a rare genetic hair loss condition with no effective treatment.
research The heart of the hair fiber: How the inner structure of the coat reflects adaptive variation across color, sex, age, and body region in dromedary camels (Camelus dromedarius)
Camel hair structure, not color, helps camels stay cool in the desert.
research Structural perspectives on the androgen receptor, the elusive shape-shifter
The androgen receptor's shape-changing ability helps it function but can lead to cancer treatment resistance.
research Clinical Snippets
Some cells may slow melanoma growth, a protein could affect skin pigmentation, a gene-silencing method might treat hair defects, skin bacteria changes likely result from eczema, and a defensin protein could help treat multiple sclerosis.
research Loss of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor in Human Alopecia Hair Follicles
Hair follicles in people with alopecia have lower levels of a key blood vessel growth protein.
research Chemotherapy-induced alopecia
Many patients find hair loss from chemotherapy very distressing, and while treatments like minoxidil and scalp cooling may help, there is no sure way to prevent it.
research Health Status, Coping Strategies, and Alexithymia in Subjects with Androgenetic Alopecia
People with hair loss feel more depressed and anxious, especially women, and need help managing emotions and beliefs about their condition.
research Surgical Anatomy of the Scalp
Understanding scalp anatomy is crucial for successful and safe scalp surgery.
research The Enigma of the Stigma of Hair Loss: Why is Cancer-Treatment Related Alopecia so Traumatic for Women?
Hair loss from cancer treatment is very distressing for women due to its impact on self-image and social stigma.
research EFFECT OF POTASSIUM ON BLOOD-SUGAR AND PLASMA-INSULIN LEVELS IN PATIENTS UNDERGOING PERITONEAL DIALYSIS AND HÆMODIALYSIS
Potassium levels affect blood sugar and insulin during dialysis, and malnutrition changes children's hair roots.
research 3D Printing of Skin Equivalents with Hair Follicle Structures and Epidermal‐Papillary‐Dermal Layers Using Gelatin/Hyaluronic Acid Hydrogels
Scientists created a 3D printed skin that includes hair and layers similar to real skin using a special gel.
research Follistatin promotes LIN28B-mediated supporting cell reprogramming and hair cell regeneration in the murine cochlea
Follistatin and LIN28B together improve the ability of inner ear cells in mice to regenerate into hearing cells.