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GlossaryKeratin 16 (K16)

protein providing structural support in skin, hair, and nails

Keratin 16 (K16) is a type of protein found in the skin, hair, and nails that helps provide structural support and resilience. It is particularly important in the body's response to stress or injury, as it is upregulated in conditions like psoriasis and certain types of alopecia, where the skin or hair follicles are damaged.

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research Peer Review of a Novel Control of Human Keratin Expression: Cannabinoid Receptor 1-Mediated Signaling Down-Regulates the Expression of Keratins K6 and K16 in Human Keratinocytes In Vitro and In Situ

February 2013

Activating CB1 can reduce keratin levels, potentially helping manage psoriasis and aid wound healing.

research A Novel Control of Human Keratin Expression: Cannabinoid Receptor 1-Mediated Signaling Down-Regulates the Expression of Keratins K6 and K16 in Human Keratinocytes In Vitro and In Situ

66 citations , February 2013 in “PeerJ”

Activating cannabinoid receptor 1 reduces certain keratin levels, potentially aiding psoriasis treatment.

research Expression of keratins K6 and K16 in regenerating mouse epidermis is less restricted by cell replication than the expression of K1 and K10.

13 citations , July 1994 in “PubMed”

Keratins K6 and K16 are expressed more freely in regenerating mouse skin than K1 and K10.

research Peer Review of a Novel Control of Human Keratin Expression: Cannabinoid Receptor 1-Mediated Signaling Down-Regulates the Expression of Keratins K6 and K16 in Human Keratinocytes In Vitro and In Situ

February 2013

Activating cannabinoid receptor 1 may help manage psoriasis by reducing certain keratins.

research The Functional Diversity of Epidermal Keratins Revealed by the Partial Rescue of the Keratin 14 Null Phenotype by Keratin 16

53 citations , September 1999 in “The journal of cell biology/The Journal of cell biology”

K16 can partially replace K14 but causes hair loss and skin issues.

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