research Fine Structure of the Fully Keratinized Hair Cuticle in the Head Hair of the Human
Human hair cuticle has five cell layers with specific junctions and granules.
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research WNT Signaling in Disease
The WNT signaling pathway is important in many diseases and targeting it could offer new treatments.
research Microneedles as a perspective for transdermal therapeutic systems
Microneedles could make it easier and less painful to deliver more types of drugs through the skin.
research Testosterone Reduces Tight Junction Complexity and Down-regulates Expression of Claudin-4 and Occludin in the Endometrium in Ovariectomized, Sex-steroid Replacement Rats
Testosterone makes the connections in the uterus lining simpler and lowers certain protein levels, which might lead to infertility.
research Patched-assoziierte Tumoren: Modifikatorgene und Pathogenese
The document concludes that the development of certain tumors is influenced by genetic background and that a specific gene modification can lead to tumor regression and reduced growth.
research Eph Receptors and Ephrins: Therapeutic Opportunities
Eph receptors and ephrins may be promising targets for treating diseases, but more understanding is needed for effective and safe therapies.
research Hair follicle differentiation and regulation.
Hair follicle growth and development are controlled by specific genes and molecular signals.
research The role of tight junctions in skin barrier function and dermal absorption
Tight junctions are key for skin protection and controlling what gets absorbed or passes through the skin.
research Tregs: Where We Are and What Comes Next?
The conclusion is that Treg-targeted therapies have potential, but more knowledge of Treg biology is needed for effective treatments, including for cancer.
research Folliculin, the Product of the Birt-Hogg-Dube Tumor Suppressor Gene, Interacts with the Adherens Junction Protein p0071 to Regulate Cell-Cell Adhesion
The protein folliculin, involved in a rare disease, works with another protein to control how cells stick together and their organization, and changes in this interaction can lead to disease symptoms.
research Tight Junction barriers in human hair follicles – role of claudin-1
Claudin-1 is important for the barrier function and growth of hair.
research Oxidative stress management in the hair follicle: Could targeting NRF2 counter age‐related hair disorders and beyond?
Activating NRF2 might help treat hair disorders by improving antioxidant defenses.
research Essential Role of Polarity Protein Par3 for Epidermal Homeostasis through Regulation of Barrier Function, Keratinocyte Differentiation, and Stem Cell Maintenance
The protein Par3 is crucial for healthy skin, affecting the skin barrier, cell differentiation, and stem cell maintenance.
research Stimulatory Effect of Brazilian Propolis on Hair Growth through Proliferation of Keratinocytes in Mice
Brazilian propolis was found to speed up hair growth in mice by increasing the growth of skin cells that form hair.
research The regulatory role of the tetrapeptide A cSDKP in skin and hair physiology and the prevention of ageing effects in these tissues – a potential cosmetic role
AcSDKP may help prevent skin and hair aging and promote their growth.
research Trends in Nanotechnology for Practical Applications
Nanotechnology is improving drug delivery and targeting, with promising applications in cancer treatment, gene therapy, and cosmetics, but challenges remain in ensuring precise delivery and safety.
research Microbial harmony in female reproductive health: exploring the impact of intestinal flora on ovarian function and disease pathogenesis
Gut bacteria affect female reproductive health and may help diagnose and treat related diseases.
research Connexin 43 expression in the testes during postnatal development of finasteride-treated male rat offspring
Finasteride treatment changes Cx43 in rat testes, possibly causing fertility issues.
research Role of Environmental Factors and Gonadotoxin Exposure in Unexplained Male Infertility
Environmental factors and exposure to toxins may contribute to male infertility by affecting sperm and hormone function.
research Epithelial–mesenchymal transition in cutaneous fibrosis disease: from mechanisms to therapy
EMT plays a key role in skin fibrosis and offers new therapy targets.
research THE GLOBAL CHALLENGE OF CHEMOTHERAPY TOXICITY: RETHINKING SUPPORTIVE CARE IN MODERN ONCOLOGY
Better supportive care is needed to manage chemotherapy side effects.
research In focus in HCB
The May issue discussed publishing agreements and four studies on cholesterol in hair, cancer cell changes, hormones in the uterus, and skin protein effects.
research Abstracts
New treatments and diagnostic methods for various animal skin conditions showed promising results.
research An Investigation of Keratin 15 Function by Small Interfering Ribonucleic Acid Technology
Keratin 15 affects cell behavior and characteristics in skin cells.
research Biotin Supplementation Ameliorates Murine Colitis by Preventing NF-κB Activation
Biotin may help treat inflammatory bowel disease by reducing inflammation and improving gut health.
research Ginseng Extracts, GS-KG9 and GS-E3D, Prevent Blood–Brain Barrier Disruption and Thereby Inhibit Apoptotic Cell Death of Hippocampal Neurons in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Rats
Ginseng extracts protect brain cells and reduce damage in diabetic rats.
research Tea Polyphenol–Zinc Nanocomplexes Alleviate Diquat-Induced Liver and Small Intestine Oxidative Stress in C57BL/6 Mice
Tea polyphenol–zinc helps protect the liver and intestines from oxidative stress.
research Bubble-Based Drug Delivery Systems: Next-Generation Diagnosis to Therapy
Bubble-based systems show promise for precise, targeted drug delivery and diagnosis, especially in cancer treatment.
research Key Factors in the Complex and Coordinated Network of Skin Keratinization: Their Significance and Involvement in Common Skin Conditions
Understanding keratinization is crucial for treating skin conditions like ichthyoses and psoriasis.
research Pemphigus Vulgaris IgG and Methylprednisolone Exhibit Reciprocal Effects on Keratinocytes
Methylprednisolone helps skin cells stick together better in pemphigus vulgaris.