mEphA1 receptor tyrosine kinase is important for skin and hair development and may play a role in certain diseases.
15 citations,
July 2008 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Ephrin-A3 helps increase and speed up hair growth in baby mice.
42 citations,
October 2011 in “Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology” Eph/ephrin signaling is important for skin cell behavior and could be targeted to treat skin diseases.
39 citations,
May 2010 in “Stem Cells” Ephrins slow down skin and hair follicle cell growth.
222 citations,
October 2014 in “Annual Review of Pharmacology and Toxicology” Eph receptors and ephrins may be promising targets for treating diseases, but more understanding is needed for effective and safe therapies.