Whiskers can form without sensory nerves or Foxd1, thanks to Meis2 in mesenchymal cells.
December 2024 in “Frontiers in Veterinary Science” Dorper sheep's wool shedding is linked to specific genes and pathways, which may help understand human hair growth.
January 2024 in “Frontiers in plant science” The zinc finger protein 3 in Arabidopsis thaliana reduces plant growth and root hair development.
January 2024 in “African Journal of Biomedical Research” Repurposing existing drugs can quickly and cheaply find new treatments for unmet medical needs.
April 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Sweat gland development involves two unique skin cell programs and a temporary skin environment.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” RNase L suppresses regeneration in mammals.
Lhx2 is a crucial regulator of the Sonic Hedgehog signaling in early mouse retinal development.
May 2022 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” miR-29a-5p prevents the formation of early hair structures by targeting a gene important for hair growth and is regulated by a complex network involving lncRNA627.1.
Sphingosine 1-phosphate affects inflammation and gene expression in different aorta cells.
S1PR1 helps control inflammation in blood vessel cells by affecting gene activity differently in various cell types and locations.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Testosterone affects androgen receptors and lipid storage in cells, while DHEA does not convert to testosterone or affect these receptors in the same way.
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January 2017 in “Science” Some wound-healing cells can turn into fat cells around new hair growth in mice.
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June 2015 in “PLANT PHYSIOLOGY” OsPHR3 can help breed rice that efficiently uses phosphate without growth issues.
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June 2007 in “The Plant Journal” GhDET2 is crucial for cotton fiber growth.
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November 2017 in “Frontiers in Immunology” The conclusion is that Treg-targeted therapies have potential, but more knowledge of Treg biology is needed for effective treatments, including for cancer.
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November 2012 in “Stem cells” MicroRNA-302 helps improve the conversion of body cells into stem cells by blocking NR2F2.
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November 2020 in “Endocrine” Male hormones like testosterone may make COVID-19 worse, and testing for sensitivity to these hormones could help predict how severe a patient's symptoms might be. Treatments that reduce these hormones are being explored.
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August 2012 in “The American Journal of Human Genetics” Mutations in the RBPJ gene cause Adams-Oliver Syndrome.
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August 2007 in “PLoS ONE” Myc changes chromatin in stem cells, causing them to leave their niche.
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July 2020 in “JAMA Dermatology” Minoxidil can improve hair growth in some patients with woolly hair due to LIPH variants, with varying responses and mild side effects.
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March 2004 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Cyclosporin is effective in treating dog skin diseases and has fewer side effects compared to other treatments.
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February 2007 in “Cancer Research” Protein Kinase Cε increases skin sensitivity to UV damage and skin cancer risk.
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April 2024 in “Cell Communication and Signaling” Targeting Wnt/β-catenin signaling can improve healing in chronic wounds.
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December 2015 in “Nature Genetics” Mutations in TBX3 cause horses to have more even hair color instead of Dun camouflage.
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January 2001 in “Vitamins and hormones” Androgen receptors are key for development and health, affecting conditions like prostate cancer and male pattern baldness.
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October 2017 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences” ZIP10 is crucial for skin development and maintaining healthy skin.
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April 2017 in “Genes & development” Scientists found cells in hair that are key for growth and color.
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January 1999 in “Endocrinology” Cortisol increases a specific protein in bone cells, which may help explain its negative effects on bone.
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February 2016 in “Science” The document concludes that both internal stem cell factors and external influences like the environment and hormones affect hair loss and aging, with potential treatments focusing on these areas.
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January 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Hypoxia and epigenetics are crucial for cell growth and tissue regeneration.