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use of computational tools to analyze biological data

Bioinformatics is an interdisciplinary field that combines biology, computer science, and information technology to analyze and interpret biological data, such as genetic sequences. It involves the use of software tools and algorithms to understand complex biological processes, which can be crucial for research in areas like genomics, drug discovery, and personalized medicine.

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research Bioinformatics Analysis of Evolutionary Characteristics and Biochemical Structure of FGF5 Gene in Sheep

23 citations , March 2019 in “Gene”

Editing the FGF5 gene in sheep increases wool length, confirming its role in hair growth.

Bioinformatics and Network Pharmacology Identify the Therapeutic Role and Potential Mechanism of Melatonin in Alzheimer's Disease and Rosacea

research Bioinformatics and Network Pharmacology Identify the Therapeutic Role and Potential Mechanism of Melatonin in Alzheimer's Disease and Rosacea

13 citations , November 2021 in “Frontiers in Immunology”

Melatonin could be an effective treatment for Alzheimer's Disease and rosacea.

research Differential Expression of Proteins Associated with the Hair Follicle Cycle: Proteomics and Bioinformatics Analyses

10 citations , January 2016 in “PLOS ONE”

Researchers found 44 proteins that change during different hair growth stages and may be important for hair follicle function.

research Impact of Taxol on Dermal Papilla Cells: A Proteomics and Bioinformatics Analysis

9 citations , October 2011 in “Journal of proteomics”

Taxol damages hair growth cells, causing hair loss.

research Bioinformatics Analysis of Genes Associated with Patchy-Type Alopecia Areata: CD2 May Be a New Therapeutic Target

4 citations , September 2019 in “Biomedical Papers/Biomedical Papers of the Faculty of Medicine of Palacký University, Olomouc Czech Republic”

CD2 might be a new treatment target for patchy alopecia areata.

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in Research/Science 442 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss theory involves 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase (3AHD) converting DHT to androstenol. Discussion explores potential treatments and encourages more research.