research Recurrent functional divergence of early tetrapod keratins in amphibian toe pads and mammalian hair
Early tetrapod keratins evolved into toe pad proteins in amphibians and hair proteins in mammals.
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150-180 / 1000+ resultsresearch Review: Evolution and diversification of corneous beta‐proteins, the characteristic epidermal proteins of reptiles and birds
Corneous beta-proteins evolved uniquely in reptiles and birds, forming scales, claws, beaks, and feathers.
research High-resolution stable isotope profiles of modern elephant (Loxodonta africana) tusk dentin and tail hair from Kenya: Implications for identifying seasonal variability in climate, ecology, and diet in ancient proboscideans
Elephant tusks and hair reveal seasonal diet and climate changes.
research Piebaldism in tree shrews
research Herding Practices in the Keriya Valley (Xinjiang, China) During the Bronze and Iron Ages Using Stable Isotopic Analysis of Animal Hair
Ancient herders in the Keriya Valley fed their animals mainly C3 plants, with some C4 plant feeding possibly due to herd movement or seasonal changes.
research The mammary hair of Monodelphis domestica and homology of the mammary pilosebacous unit
Mammary glands evolved from hair organs in Monodelphis domestica.
research remarks on the evolution of the integumental scale armour
Pangolin scales evolved for protection, hardening with age, due to keratin gene diversification.
research CUTANEOUS T-CELL LYMPHOMA WITH LYMPH NODE METASTASIS IN AN ADULT ADDAX (ADDAX NASOMACULATUS)
An addax had skin cancer that spread to lymph nodes and was euthanized.
research 169 TEDAR, a skin-specific long non-coding RNA, orchestrates the late epidermal differentiation program in the human epidermis
TEDAR is crucial for skin cell differentiation and barrier formation.
research Primer registro de alopecia en Artibeus jamaicensis y Choeronycteris mexicana (Chiroptera: Phyllostomidae) en Puebla, México
Bats in Puebla, Mexico, show hair loss likely due to environmental stress from human activities.
research 1426 Deletion of hoxc13 in frogs reveals key steps in the molecular evolution of cornified skin appendages
Deleting the Hoxc13 gene in frogs shows its crucial role in developing skin structures similar to hair.
research Equine antral follicle containing cartilage and bone: ovarian teratoma
A mare had a functional ovary with a tumor containing cartilage and bone.
research Cornified Epithelial Teeth of Jawless Vertebrates Contain Proteins Similar to Keratin-Associated Proteins of Mammalian Skin Appendages
Jawless vertebrates have teeth proteins similar to those in mammalian hair and nails.
research Transcriptome analysis reveals the genetic basis underlying the formation and seasonal changes of nuptial pads in Rana chensinensis
Nuptial pads in Chinese brown frogs change seasonally due to specific gene activity.
research Keratinocytes of the Upper Epidermis and Isthmus of Hair Follicles Express Hemoglobin mRNA and Protein
Skin cells and certain hair follicle areas produce hemoglobin, which may help protect against oxidative stress like UV damage.
research Molecular Evolution of The Keratin‐associated Protein Gene Family
The KRTAP gene family helps understand hair evolution and hair disorders.
research Arthritic Lifestyles
research Evolution of hard proteins in the sauropsid integument in relation to the cornification of skin derivatives in amniotes
Hard skin features like scales, feathers, and hair evolved through specific protein changes in different animal groups.
research Distribution of keratin and associated proteins in the epidermis of monotreme, marsupial, and placental mammals
Monotreme and marsupial skin proteins show primitive features and species-specific differences compared to placental mammals.
research Fine structure and immunocytochemistry of monotreme hairs, with emphasis on the inner root sheath and trichohyalin‐based cornification during hair evolution
Monotreme hair structure and protein distribution are similar to other mammals, but their inner root sheath cornifies differently, suggesting a unique evolution from reptile skin.
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 Erythema multiforme in a Central American tapir (Tapirus bairdii) calf, clinical case report
A young tapir with a rare skin condition improved after treatment with wound cleaning, cream, and oral medication.
research Malicious Mites—Sarcoptes scabiei in Raccoon Dogs (Nyctereutes procyonoides) in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
Raccoon dogs in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, were found with sarcoptic mange, showing severe skin issues and potential for spreading the disease.
research Bioprospecting of Potential Inhibitors of 5alpha Reductase 2 Inhibitors from Relevant Ethno-pharmacological Plants via In Silico Techniques
Three natural compounds from Ghanaian plants may help treat BPH and alopecia.
research Animals in Dermatology
Using animal names for skin conditions helps with learning and memory.
research Hest, hjort, ku eller geit! Hvilke typer lær ble brukt til sko i Borgund på Sunnmøre i sen vikingtid og tidlig middelalder?
Shoes in Borgund were mainly made from cow leather, with some horse, goat, and possibly sheep leather.
research Record of alopecia in the bat Artibeus jamaicensis in Córdoba, Veracruz, México
A bat in Veracruz, México, was found with hair loss likely due to an injury and infection.
research Severe Ulceronecrotic Dermatitis Associated with Mite Infestation in the Critically Endangered Amargosa Vole (Microtus californicus scirpensis)
Mite infestations severely harm the health of endangered Amargosa voles.
research Spontaneous Lesions of Endangered Geriatric Julia Creek Dunnarts (Sminthopsis douglasi, Archer 1979) with Emphasis in Reproductive Pathology
Aged Julia Creek dunnarts suffer from reproductive and hormonal issues, aiding conservation efforts.