research Demethylation of methionine and keratin damage in human hair
Copper and iron cause keratin damage in hair by converting methionine to homocysteine.
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330-360 / 1000+ results research Skin l‐tryptophan‐2,3‐dioxygenase and rat hair growth
A new enzyme in rats may help regulate hair growth.
research Enzymes
Enzymes play crucial roles in metabolism, health, and disease management.
research GPRC6A-Duox1 Axis Regulates the Hair Cycle Through H2O2 Generation
The GPRC6A-Duox1 axis helps control hair growth and loss by affecting hydrogen peroxide production.
research SULT1A1 (Minoxidil Sulfotransferase) enzyme booster significantly improves response to topical minoxidil for hair regrowth
Enzyme booster SULT1A1 greatly enhances hair regrowth with minoxidil.
research INTRODUCING ANTIOXIDANTS AS ESSENTIAL FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF TISSUE LIFE AS DEMONSTRATED IN HUMAN HAIR FOLLICLES
Antioxidants, like catalase, are crucial for keeping hair follicles alive.
research Biallelic HEPHL1 variants impair ferroxidase activity and cause an abnormal hair phenotype
Mutations in the HEPHL1 gene cause abnormal hair and cognitive issues.
research Protein S-Palmitoylation as Potential Therapeutic Target for Dermatoses
Targeting protein S-palmitoylation could lead to new skin disease treatments.
research Retinoid-mediated stimulation of steroid sulfatase activity in myeloid leukemic cell lines requires RARα and RXR and involves the phosphoinositide 3-kinase and ERK-MAP kinase pathways
Retinoids increase steroid sulfatase activity in leukemia cells through RARα/RXR and involves certain pathways like phosphoinositide 3-kinase and ERK-MAP kinase.
research Medicinal Chemistry of Drugs with N-Oxide Functionalities
N-oxides are important in medicine for improving drug properties and targeting.
research Effect of minoxidil-sulfate on cultured human hair papilla cells (PCs) and root sheath fibroblasts(RSFs)
research 17-Beta-Hydroxy-Steroid-Dehydrogenases in Hair Follicles of Normal and Bald Scalp: A Histochemical Study
research Novel enzymatic assay predicts minoxidil response in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
New test predicts if hair loss treatment will work.
research Hair coat characteristics in Friesian heifers in the Netherlands and Kenya : experimental data and a review of literature
Friesian heifers take about 18 months to adapt to Kenya's climate, with hair changes not strongly linked to weight gain.
research In vitro methodology, hormonal and nutritional effects and fibre production in isolated ovine and caprine anagen hair follicles
Angora goat hair grows faster and produces more protein than cashmere goat hair, and certain hormones and nutrients positively affect hair growth and protein synthesis.
research Structure and Function of the Skin
The skin has multiple layers and cells, serves as a protective barrier, helps regulate temperature, enables sensation, affects appearance, and is involved in vitamin D synthesis.
research Steroid Biomarkers and Genetic Studies Reveal Inactivating Mutations in Hexose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase in Patients with Cortisone Reductase Deficiency
Certain mutations in the H6PD gene cause Cortisone Reductase Deficiency by affecting hormone production.
research Steroid Sulfatase in the Human Hair Follicle Concentrates in the Dermal Papilla
Steroid sulfatase in hair follicles may be a target for treating hair loss.
research Evaluation of Serum Paraoxonase, Arylesterase, Prolidase Activities and Oxidative Stress in Patients with Alopecia Areata
People with Alopecia Areata have higher oxidative stress and different enzyme activities compared to healthy individuals.
research A New Case of Isolated Trichothiodystrophy
A rare case of isolated trichothiodystrophy was identified, marked by brittle hair with low sulfur content.
research Low-sulfur hair syndrome associated with UVB photosensitivity and testicular failure
Low-sulfur hair syndrome can cause UVB sensitivity and testicular failure.
research Human hair proteins as natural reactive oxygen species scavengers for in vitro applications
Human hair proteins, especially keratins, can protect cells from oxidative stress in lab settings.
research Role of Insulin Resistance and Oxidative Stress in Hair Loss
Oxidative stress, not insulin resistance, is linked to diffuse hair loss.
research Pseudomonas aeruginosa heme metabolites biliverdin IXβ and IXδ are integral to lifestyle adaptations associated with chronic infection
Biliverdin IXβ and IXδ help Pseudomonas aeruginosa adapt to chronic infections.
research Application of XANES profiles to X-ray spectromicroscopy for biomedical specimens: Part II. Mapping oxidation state of cysteine in human hair
Perming and bleaching damage hair differently, with bleached hair having more cysteic acid in the cuticle.
research Differential structural properties and expression patterns suggest functional significance for multiple mouse desmoglein 1 isoforms
Multiple mouse desmoglein 1 isoforms have distinct roles in skin and hair development.
research Role of cholesterol sulfate in epidermal structure and function: Lessons from X-linked ichthyosis
Cholesterol sulfate buildup due to a genetic mutation disrupts the skin barrier, leading to the scaling skin seen in X-linked ichthyosis.
research Improved 2α-Hydroxylation Efficiency of Steroids by CYP154C2 Using Structure-Guided Rational Design
Mutants of CYP154C2 enzyme significantly improved steroid conversion efficiency.
research Analysis of Cysteine on the Surface of Hair Fibers with Spectrofluorescence
Cysteine formation on hair indicates damage, best detected at pH 4.5.
research 1496 Transcription factor SOX2-induced amphiregulin inhibits pressure ulcer formation via suppressing oxidative stress after cutaneous ischemia-reperfusion in mice
SOX2 helps reduce wound size and pressure ulcer formation by suppressing oxidative stress and increasing antioxidant activity in mice.