Potential Involvement Of miR-144 In The Regulation Of Hair Follicle Development And Cycle Through Interaction With Lhx2

November 2024 in “ Genes ”

Guangxian Zhou, Xiaolong Wang, Yulin Chen, Danju Kang

miR-144 Lhx2 hair follicle development hair growth mechanisms hair growth disorders

TLDR miR-144 affects hair growth by interacting with Lhx2.

The study indicates that miR-144 plays a role in regulating hair follicle dynamics by targeting Lhx2, providing insights into hair growth mechanisms. This discovery has potential applications in improving cashmere production, fleece quality, and treating hair growth disorders. Future research may explore adjusting miR-144 levels to optimize Lhx2 expression and enhance hair follicle activity.

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