6 citations,
March 2023 in “Materials” The GNP crosslinked scaffold with antibacterial coating is effective for rapid wound healing and infection prevention.
356 citations,
December 1986 in “The journal of cell biology/The Journal of cell biology” Hair and nail cells share similar proteins, indicating a common differentiation pathway.
February 2020 in “Oxford University Press eBooks” The alpha-helix was confirmed as a key structure in proteins.
5 citations,
March 2012 in “Microscopy Research and Technique” UVB radiation changes the chemical makeup and dries out human hair but doesn't alter its appearance or texture.
45 citations,
December 2006 in “Biopolymers” Permanent waving weakens hair by altering its protein structure.
27 citations,
November 2007 in “Genomics” Mutations in specific keratin genes cause improper hair structure in mice due to faulty keratin protein assembly.
Hair loss causes emotional distress, leading to high spending on treatments, with Minoxidil and Propecia being common but having side effects.
193 citations,
January 2015 in “International journal of trichology” Dermatologists need to understand hair products to treat hair and scalp issues better.
144 citations,
November 2020 in “Frontiers in immunology” Targeting the IL-23/IL-17 pathway effectively treats several inflammatory skin diseases.
105 citations,
August 2010 in “Pharmacology & therapeutics” Formyl-peptide receptor agonists could be new anti-inflammatory drugs.
65 citations,
September 2010 in “Journal of the Neurological Sciences” Kennedy's disease leads to muscle weakness and sensory issues, has no cure but manageable symptoms, and future treatments look promising.
20 citations,
January 2017 in “Scientific reports” Whale genes show changes that help them live in water, like less hair and better flippers.
17 citations,
June 2012 in “Journal of experimental zoology. Part B, Molecular and developmental evolution” Hair in mammals likely evolved from glandular structures, not scales.
13 citations,
January 2013 in “Applied and Environmental Microbiology” A gene in Sebekia benihana, CYP-sb21, is needed for a specific reaction on the drug Cyclosporine A, which could be important for hair growth without affecting the immune system.
7 citations,
December 2020 in “ACS biomaterials science & engineering” Human hair keratins can form stable nanofiber networks that might help in tissue regeneration.
Human hair keratins can self-assemble and support cell growth, useful for biomedical applications.
32 citations,
February 2018 in “Spectrochimica acta. Part A, Molecular and biomolecular spectroscopy” Cosmetic residues on individual hairs can be identified and differentiated using ATR FT-IR microspectroscopy.
62 citations,
January 2009 in “Biochemistry” Vitamin D receptor binds similarly to natural and synthetic ligands, affecting gene regulation.
7 citations,
November 2006 in “Journal of immunological methods” The method can help diagnose and monitor diabetes by analyzing hair.
86 citations,
April 2009 in “Journal of anatomy” Hard skin features like scales, feathers, and hair evolved through specific protein changes in different animal groups.
March 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Three specific genetic variants cause severe skin issues in children with EBS, highlighting the need for early genetic screening.
37 citations,
December 2021 in “Cells” Alopecia areata severity and treatment response are linked to specific cytokine levels.
5 citations,
January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” Hair strength is similar across different scalp areas, and not affected by age, gender, or hair thickness.
3 citations,
July 2023 in “Biomolecules” B2m-free HLA variants may be a new class of HLA important in immune responses and diseases.
2 citations,
August 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” A specific mutation in the K25 gene causes a rare genetic disorder with curly hair at birth and later hair loss, along with dental issues.
1 citations,
January 2024 in “Scientific reports (Nature Publishing Group)” Human hair was used to make biodegradable plastic films that could be useful for packaging and disposable products.
December 2023 in “American journal of medical genetics. Part A” A new syndrome was linked to two new genetic changes in the MBTPS1 gene in a 14-year-old girl.
6 citations,
April 2010 in “Cellular Reprogramming” Pig skin cells can turn into mesodermal cells but lose their ability to become neural cells.
69 citations,
August 1999 in “Developmental biology” The nude gene causes skin cell overgrowth and improper development, leading to hair and urinary issues.
1 citations,
January 2013 in “Springer eBooks” Cosmeceuticals may benefit skin health but need more research for efficacy and safety confirmation.