research Sulphation catalysed by the human cytosolic sulphotransferases - chemical defence or molecular terrorism?
Human enzymes can detoxify harmful substances but might also increase their cancer risk.
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180-210 / 1000+ results research Transglutaminase from Hair Follicle of Guinea Pig
A unique enzyme in guinea pig hair follicles helps form protein cross-links in hair.
research Production of a 135-residue long N-truncated human keratinocyte growth factor 1 in Escherichia coli
A stable, active version of a growth factor was made in bacteria, showing promise for medical use.
research Skin l ‐tryptophan‐2,3‐dioxygenase and rat hair growth
A new enzyme in rats may help regulate hair growth.
research Conditional Gene Expression in the Epidermis of Transgenic Mice Using the Tetracycline-Regulated Transactivators tTA and rTA Linked to the Keratin 5 Promoter
The system allows precise control of gene expression in mouse skin, useful for studying skin biology.
research The Fate of Trichohyalin
Trichohyalin is modified by enzymes to form strong structures in hair cells.
research Laccase-catalyzed poly(tyrosine) grafting improves the performance of wool
Using laccase to add poly(tyrosine) to wool makes it less likely to shrink and stronger.
research Effect of alpha-tocopheryl acetate, retinyl palmitate, and phytantriol on hair protection
TRP-hair essence protects hair from heat damage, maintains color, and strengthens hair.
research Extrarenal Expression of 25-Hydroxyvitamin D3-1α-Hydroxylase1
The enzyme for activating vitamin D is found in many body tissues, not just the kidneys.
research Activation of temperature-sensitive Ca2+-permeable TRPV3 channels by natural ï¡-hydroxyl acids causes exfoliation for skin-resurfacing
Natural α-hydroxyl acids cause skin exfoliation by activating TRPV3 channels.
research Transglutaminase Activity Is Conserved in Stratified Epithelia and Skin Appendages of Mammals and Birds
Transglutaminase activity is important for skin and is found in both mammals and birds.
research 525 Aptamer-Based Targeted Therapy for wound healing and hair growth promotion
Aptamers can improve wound healing and promote hair growth.
research Transposon control as a checkpoint for tissue regeneration
Controlling transposable elements is crucial for successful tissue regeneration.
research Thyrotropin-Releasing Hormone (TRH) Promotes Wound Re-Epithelialisation in Frog and Human Skin
Thyrotropin-Releasing Hormone helps heal wounds in frog and human skin.
research Decision letter: Structural basis of malodour precursor transport in the human axilla
The study identified a key protein involved in producing underarm odor and found ways to inhibit it.
research Enzymatic Method for Assessing Hair Damage with Reduction and Subsequent Oxidation
Permed hair degrades faster and shows more damage after protease treatment compared to untreated hair.
research Pre-keratin isolated from epidermal microsomes
research Correlation of proteolytic activities of organ cultured intact mouse skin with defined hair cycle stages
Proteolytic activity in mouse skin changes with hair cycle stages, peaking in early anagen.
research N-Acyl arylsulfonamides as novel, reversible inhibitors of human steroid sulfatase
Scientists found new, better-working inhibitors for a hormone-related enzyme.
research Molecular mechanism for transcriptional regulation of the parathyroid hormone gene by Epiprofin
Epiprofin suppresses parathyroid hormone gene activity, helping regulate calcium levels and could be a treatment target for hyperparathyroidism.
research Cutaneous Metabolism of Vitamin B-6
An enzyme other than TNAP might be responsible for vitamin B-6 metabolism in the skin.
research Formation and Characterization of Hollow Microtubes by Thermal Treatment of Human Hair
Heating human hair creates hollow microtubes with smooth surfaces.
research A Sensitive Assay for the Enzyme Activity in Hair Follicles and Epidermis that Catalyses the Peptidyl-Arginine-Citrulline Post-translational Modification
A more sensitive assay was developed to detect enzyme activity converting arginine to citrulline in hair follicles.
research CATALASE INTRINSIC EMISSIONS OF ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS AS PROBABLE CAUSE IN CANCEROGENESIS FROM CONSUMPTION OF RED AND PROCESSED MEAT
Catalase in processed meats may increase cancer risk due to electromagnetic emissions.
research The effect of various cosmetic pretreatments on protecting hair from thermal damage by hot flat ironing.
Polymeric pretreatments can significantly reduce hair breakage and damage from hot flat irons.
research Proteolysis‐targeting chimeras in cancer therapy: Targeted protein degradation for next‐generation treatment
PROTACs offer a new, precise way to treat cancer by breaking down harmful proteins.
research Functional analysis of thymosin beta-4 using over-expressing transgenic mice
Melanoma cells lose their ability to form tumors when placed in a zebrafish embryo environment.
research Novel recombinant human acid α-glucosidase with optimal glycosylation is significantly better than standard of care enzyme replacement for glycogen clearance in skeletal muscles of GAA knock-out mice
research Mechanisms of proton inhibition and sensitization of the cation channel TRPV3
Acid can block TRPV3 from outside the cell but boost its function from inside.
research Metabolic Engineering of Microorganisms to Produce L-Aspartate and Its Derivatives
Scientists can use engineered microbes to make L-aspartate and related chemicals, but there's still room to improve their efficiency.