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    Glossary Keratin 17

    protein crucial for skin, hair, and nail structure

    Keratin 17 (K17) is a type of protein found in the skin, hair follicles, and nails, playing a crucial role in their structural integrity and resilience. It is also involved in cellular processes like growth and repair, and its abnormal expression is linked to certain skin disorders and cancers.

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    Research 10 of 1000+

    1. A Novel Mouse Type I Intermediate Filament Gene, Keratin 17n (K17n), Exhibits Preferred Expression in Nail Tissue Journal of Investigative Dermatology · 2004 · 31 citations
    2. Keratin 17 modulates hair follicle cycling in a TN<i>Fα</i>-dependent fashion Genes & Development · 2006 · 169 citations
    3. Vibrissa hair bulge houses two populations of skin epithelial stem cells distinct by their keratin profile ˜The œFASEB journal · 2007 · 45 citations
    4. p53 Is a Direct Transcriptional Repressor of Keratin 17: Lessons from a Rat Model of Radiation Dermatitis Journal of Investigative Dermatology · 2015 · 19 citations
    5. The organization of the keratin I and II gene clusters in placental mammals and marsupials show a striking similarity European Journal of Cell Biology · 2005 · 18 citations
    6. The expression of equine keratins K42 and K124 is restricted to the hoof epidermal lamellae of Equus caballus PLoS ONE · 2019 · 9 citations
    7. AP-2α/AP-2β transcription factors are key regulators of epidermal homeostasis bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory) · 2023
    8. A distinct gene close to the hairless locus on chromosome 8p underlies hereditary Marie Unna type hypotrichosis in a German family British Journal of Dermatology · 2000 · 36 citations
    9. Expression of Keratin 75 (K6hf) in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Dental Medicine Research · 2011 · 2 citations
    10. Abstracts Experimental Dermatology · 2018 · 3 citations
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    Community 10 of 40

    1. Seeking Supplement Advice for Keratin Enhancement and Hair Flattening Community · 16 Feb 2026
    2. Let's talk keratin products and hair loss Reddit · 22 Sept 2025
    3. My brain absorbing the assorted off label drugs I put near it on a daily basis just for maximum keratin production Reddit · 29 Nov 2024
    4. Keratin fibers vs. Gossypium Herbaceum Hair fibers Reddit · 31 Aug 2024
    5. Is Biotin or Keratin shampoo better for hair health/growth Reddit · 4 May 2024
    6. Question about seborrheic dermatitis and keratin Reddit · 16 May 2019
    7. Apparently, Keratin Microsphere products are already on the market. Gonna give it a college try, wish me luck! Reddit · 20 Sept 2024
    8. Is it safe to get keratin treatment on transplanted hair? Reddit · 10 Aug 2024
    9. Male - 25 y.o - gulfs slowly fading like my father’s - topical minoxidil, soon starting fin + keratine supplement Community · 15 Jul 2024
    10. Keratin microspheres - breakthrough Reddit · 6 Mar 2024
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