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Glossary CRISPR-associated protein

enzyme that cuts DNA at specific locations for gene editing

A CRISPR-associated protein, often abbreviated as Cas protein, is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in the CRISPR (Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats) system, which is a natural defense mechanism found in bacteria and archaea. These proteins, such as Cas9, act like molecular scissors that can precisely cut DNA at specific locations, making them powerful tools for gene editing in research and medicine.

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Innovations in Skin and Soft Tissue Aging: A Systematic Literature Review and Market Analysis of Therapeutics and Associated Outcomes

research Innovations in Skin and Soft Tissue Aging—A Systematic Literature Review and Market Analysis of Therapeutics and Associated Outcomes

17 citations , May 2023 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery”

This review found that among emerging technologies for skin anti-aging, stem cell therapies using recipient chimerism might be more beneficial than CRISPR-Cas9 and other current innovations, though further studies on safety and efficacy are needed.

Alopecia Areata Susceptibility Variant Identified by MHC Risk Haplotype Sequencing Reproduces Symptomatic Patched Hair Loss in Mice

research Alopecia areata susceptibility variant identified by MHC risk haplotype sequencing reproduces symptomatic patched hair loss in mice

April 2018 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)”

This study identified a specific genetic variant in the CCHCR1 gene that may contribute to alopecia areata through impaired keratinization, suggesting an alternative mechanism beyond autoimmune causes.

Skin Organoids Derived From NCSTN Mutated Patient-Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells Recapitulate Hidradenitis Suppurativa Pathogenic Hallmarks

research 545 Skin Organoids derived from NCSTN mutated patient-induced pluripotent stem cells recapitulate Hidradenitis Suppurativa pathogenic hallmarks

November 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

This study found that skin organoids derived from iPSCs with an HS-associated NCSTN mutation showed defects in hair follicle stem cell differentiation and increased expression of inflammatory proteins related to hidradenitis suppurativa.

research Alopecia areata susceptibility variant in MHC region impacts expressions of genes contributing to hair keratinization and is involved in hair loss

19 citations , July 2020 in “EBioMedicine”

In this study, the researchers identified a variant in the CCHCR1 gene associated with an alopecia areata subtype characterized by impaired keratinization and autoimmune events.

Efficient Genome Editing Using CRISPR/Cas9 Ribonucleoprotein Approach in iPS Cells for Recessive Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa

research 924 Efficient genome editing using CRISPR/Cas9 ribonucleoprotein approach in iPS cells for recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa

April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

This study demonstrated that gene-corrected 3D skin constructs from RDEB patient-derived iPSCs, grafted onto immunocompetent mice, showed normal collagen VII expression after two months.

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community The pessimism about the Crisp Cas 9 is excessive

12 upvotes 11 months ago

CRISPR Cas9 could potentially treat baldness by targeting specific genes in hair follicles without affecting other body functions. There is optimism about its future use, despite ethical concerns and the current reliance on treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

community CRISPR Is Curing People Right Now. Genetic Hair Loss is Next?

112 upvotes 1 year ago

CRISPR shows promise for treating hair loss by targeting specific genes. Current treatments include Minoxidil and finasteride, but CRISPR could offer a more precise solution, though it is still expensive and in early stages.

community Genomic Sequencing for Hair Loss

in Research/Science 156 upvotes 5 months ago

Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and potential mRNA therapies are discussed. There is skepticism about targeting specific genes due to the complex genetic nature of hair loss.

community Why do we have head hair in first place if we evolved to start losing it in some cases as soon as puberty hits

140 upvotes 11 months ago

Hair loss is influenced by genetics and sensitivity to hormones like DHT. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used, and baldness persists as it doesn't affect reproductive success.

community So we have 20k dollars human like machines available but no new effective treatment for hairloss since finasteride :)

in Chat 237 upvotes 1 year ago

There have been no new effective hair loss treatments since finasteride, despite technological advancements. Current treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with ongoing challenges and potential future solutions in research.

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