research Exploring the Brain-Skin Connection: Leads and Lessons from the Hair Follicle
Hair follicles on the scalp interact with and respond to the nervous system, influencing their own behavior and growth.
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research Ancient Genomes Reveal the Evolutionary History and Origin of Cashmere-Producing Goats in China
Ancient Chinese goats evolved cashmere-producing traits due to selective breeding, particularly in genes affecting hair growth.
research Fibroblast Growth Factor 5-Short (FGF5s) Inhibits the Activity of FGF5 in Primary and Secondary Hair Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells of Cashmere Goats
FGF5s can block the effects of FGF5, which may help control hair growth in cashmere goats.
research Mutation in 5′ Upstream Region of GCHI Gene Causes Familial Dopa-Responsive Dystonia
A specific gene mutation is linked to a hereditary form of dystonia that responds well to certain medications.
research Hair-Cycle Dependent Differential Expression of ADAM 10 and ADAM 12
ADAM 10 and ADAM 12 proteins are involved in different stages of hair growth and could be targets for treating hair disorders.
research Analysis of Androgen Receptor Expression and Activity in the Mouse Brain
Androgen receptors in the mouse brain may explain cognitive and mood changes in prostate cancer treatment.
research Icariin Promotes Mouse Hair Follicle Growth by Increasing Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1 Expression in Dermal Papillary Cells
Icariin helps mouse hair grow by boosting a growth factor in skin cells.
research Hominis Placenta Facilitates Hair Regrowth by Upregulating Cellular Proliferation and Expression of Fibroblast Growth Factor-7
Hominis Placenta helps hair grow back by increasing cell growth and a specific growth factor.
research A Splice Variant in KRT71 Is Associated with Curly Coat Phenotype of Selkirk Rex Cats
A gene variant in KRT71 causes the curly fur in Selkirk Rex cats.
research FOXN1 Deficient Nude Severe Combined Immunodeficiency
FOXN1 gene mutations cause a rare, severe immune disease treatable with cell or tissue transplants.
research No Evidence for THAP1/DYT6 Variants as Disease Modifiers in DYT1 Dystonia
THAP1 gene changes do not affect DYT1 dystonia; finasteride may help reduce tics and OCD in Tourette syndrome.
research Hair Today
The document concludes that understanding hair biology is key to treating hair disorders, with gene therapy showing potential as a future treatment.
research Four Independent Mutations in the Feline Fibroblast Growth Factor 5 Gene Determine the Long-Haired Phenotype in Domestic Cats
FGF5 gene mutations cause long hair in domestic cats.
research Congenital Hair Loss Disorders: Rare, But Not Too Rare
Some hair loss disorders are caused by genetic mutations affecting hair growth.
research A Primer for Studying Cell Cycle Dynamics of the Human Hair Follicle
The document concludes that understanding hair follicle cell cycles is crucial for hair growth and alopecia research, and recommends specific techniques and future research directions.
research Expression of Vimentin in Hair Follicle Growth Cycle of Inner Mongolian Cashmere Goats
Vimentin is involved in regulating the hair growth cycle in Inner Mongolian Cashmere goats.
research Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress Upregulates NKG2D Ligands in the Hair Follicle
Stress in hair follicle cells increases certain immune-related proteins, which might contribute to hair loss conditions.
research mTOR Signaling Promotes Stem Cell Activation via Counterbalancing BMP-Mediated Suppression During Hair Regeneration
mTOR signaling helps activate hair stem cells by balancing out the suppression caused by BMP during hair growth.
research Aging, Alopecia, and Stem Cells
The document concludes that both internal stem cell factors and external influences like the environment and hormones affect hair loss and aging, with potential treatments focusing on these areas.
research Hair Growth-Promoting Effect of Geranium Sibiricum Extract in Human Dermal Papilla Cells and C57BL/6 Mice
Geranium sibiricum extract helps hair grow and is more effective than minoxidil but can be toxic in high concentrations.
research Essential Role of Polarity Protein Par3 for Epidermal Homeostasis Through Regulation of Barrier Function, Keratinocyte Differentiation, and Stem Cell Maintenance
The protein Par3 is crucial for healthy skin, affecting the skin barrier, cell differentiation, and stem cell maintenance.
research Frontotemporal Dementia with Parkinsonism Presenting as Posterior Cortical Atrophy
A woman's unique dementia was misdiagnosed, a genetic mutation increases Parkinson's risk with age, and finasteride may help with Tourette syndrome.
research DNA Damage, Checkpoint Responses, and Cell Cycle Control in Aging Stem Cells
Maintaining DNA integrity in stem cells is crucial to prevent aging and cancer.
research Organogenesis From Dissociated Cells: Generation of Mature Cycling Hair Follicles From Skin-Derived Cells
Scientists have found a way to create hair follicles from skin cells of newborn mice, which can grow and cycle naturally when injected into adult mouse skin.
research VEGF Upregulates VEGF Receptor-2 on Human Outer Root Sheath Cells and Stimulates Proliferation Through ERK Pathway
VEGF stimulates hair cell growth and increases growth receptor levels through a specific signaling pathway.
research Exposure to 50 Hz Electromagnetic Fields Enhances Hair Follicle Regrowth in C57BL/6 Mice
Exposure to 50 Hz electromagnetic fields may help mice grow hair faster.
research Mucosal TLR5 Activation Controls Healthspan and Longevity
Activating TLR5 in the gut can extend lifespan and improve health in aged mice.
research The Control of Hair Growth: An Overview
Hair growth is influenced by interactions between skin layers, growth factors, and hormones, but the exact mechanisms are not fully understood.
research Development and Homeostasis of the Sebaceous Gland
The document concludes that understanding the sebaceous gland's development and function is key to addressing related skin diseases and aging effects.
research BMP2-Mediated PTEN Enhancement Promotes Differentiation of Hair Follicle Stem Cells by Inducing Autophagy
BMP2 helps hair follicle stem cells become specialized by increasing PTEN, which causes autophagy.