60 citations
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November 2013 in “Development” This study found that the creation of hair follicle lumens in mice is driven by the outward migration of keratin 79-positive cells, suggesting a novel mechanism for generating hollow cores in hair follicles.
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October 2007 in “Biomaterials” This study found that a biomaterial gel made from human hair keratins facilitated nerve regeneration in an animal model, potentially matching the effectiveness of traditional autografts.
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October 2013 in “Tissue Engineering Part A” This study found that using a keratin hydrogel scaffold as a filler in collagen nerve conduits significantly improved nerve regeneration and motor recovery in Macaca fascicularis monkeys compared to saline.
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December 2013 in “Journal of Cell Science” This study found that K79+ keratinocytes migrate outward to help form the hair follicle lumen both during development and adult regeneration, revealing a novel mechanism of hair follicle formation in mice.
May 2026 in “Journal of Medicinal Food” This study found that orally administered hydrolyzed keratin peptide promoted hair growth and enhanced cellular proliferation and antioxidant capacity in mice and human cell models, suggesting its potential as a functional food ingredient for hair health.