research The Pathogenesis of Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata is likely caused by a combination of genetic factors and immune system dysfunction, and may represent different diseases with various causes.
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research Skin Diseases Associated With Atopic Dermatitis
People with atopic dermatitis are more likely to develop other skin conditions due to shared genetics and immune pathways.
research Autoantigen Discovery in the Hair Loss Disorder, Alopecia Areata: Implications of Post-Translational Modifications
New protein changes may be involved in the immune attack on hair follicles in alopecia areata.
research Structure and Function of the Skin
The skin has multiple layers and cells, serves as a protective barrier, helps regulate temperature, enables sensation, affects appearance, and is involved in vitamin D synthesis.
research Dysfunction of Hair Follicle Mesenchymal Progenitors Is Associated with Age-Related Hair Loss
Age-related hair loss is linked to the decline and dysfunction of hair follicle stem cells.
research British Hair and Nail Society
Hair regrowth was seen in 83% of children with alopecia, immune system plays a role in the condition, and various treatments showed effectiveness for hair and nail disorders.
research Mesenchymal Stem Cell Secretome: Toward Cell-Free Therapeutic Strategies in Regenerative Medicine
The secretions of mesenchymal stem cells could be used for healing without using the cells themselves.
research Cisd2 Deficiency Impairs Neutrophil Function by Regulating Calcium Homeostasis via Calnexin and SERCA
Lack of Cisd2 disrupts calcium balance in cells, leading to poorly functioning neutrophils.
research Motoneuron-Specific PTEN Deletion in Mice Induces Neuronal Hypertrophy and Regeneration After Facial Nerve Injury
Deleting the PTEN gene in mice causes nerve cells to grow larger and heal better after injury, but may cause overgrowth and hair loss in older mice.
research Quantitative Single-Cell Approaches to Stem Cell Research
New single-cell analysis techniques are improving our understanding of stem cells and could help in treating diseases.
research Skin: Basic Structure and Function
The skin is a complex barrier that protects the body, regulates temperature, and helps with immune responses.
research Hair Follicles as a Target Structure for Nanoparticles
Nanoparticles around 600-700 nm can effectively enter and stay in hair follicles for days, which may help in delivering drugs to specific cells.
research Immunological Aspects and Gender Bias During Respiratory Viral Infections Including Novel Coronavirus Disease-19 (COVID-19): A Scoping Review
Men are more likely to have severe respiratory viral infections like COVID-19 due to hormonal and genetic differences, while women generally have stronger immune responses.
research Tissue Resident Foxp3+ Regulatory T Cells: Sentinels and Saboteurs in Health and Disease
Foxp3+ Regulatory T Cells are important for immunity and tolerance, affect hair growth and wound healing, and their dysfunction can contribute to obesity-related diseases and other health issues.
research Skin Morphogenesis by Coupling Biochemical-Bioelectric Signals: Calcium Oscillations Coordinate Dermal Cell Movement by Epidermis-Derived SHH Signaling During Feather Bud Orientation
Calcium signals and SHH guide the direction of feather growth in chicken skin.
research The Role of Macrophages in Skin Homeostasis
Macrophages are vital for skin healing, hair growth, salt balance, and cancer defense.
research Topical Delivery of Tofacitinib in Dermatology: The Promise of a Novel Therapeutic Class Using Biodegradable Dendritic Polyglycerol Sulfates
A new carrier improves skin delivery of tofacitinib for treating inflammatory skin diseases.
research Transplantation Immunology: Solid Organ and Bone Marrow
Transplant success has improved with better immunosuppressive drugs and donor matching.
research CXCR3 Blockade Inhibits T Cell Migration Into the Skin and Prevents Development of Alopecia Areata
Blocking the CXCR3 receptor reduces T cell accumulation in the skin and prevents hair loss in mice.
research Delivery of Tissue-Targeted Scalpels: Opportunities and Challenges for In Vivo CRISPR/Cas-Based Genome Editing
Using CRISPR for gene editing in the body is promising but needs better delivery methods to be more efficient and specific.
research RANK as a Therapeutic Target in Cancer
RANK is a key target in breast cancer treatment due to its role in tumor growth and bone metastasis.
research Mice Engrafted with Human Fetal Thymic Tissue and Hematopoietic Stem Cells Develop Pathology Resembling Chronic Graft-Versus-Host Disease
Mice with human fetal thymic tissue and stem cells developed symptoms similar to chronic graft-versus-host disease.
research Understanding Melanocyte Stem Cells for Disease Modeling and Regenerative Medicine Applications
Melanocyte stem cells are crucial for skin pigmentation and have potential in disease modeling and regenerative medicine.
research MicroRNA in Skin Diseases
Certain microRNAs are linked to various skin diseases and could be used to diagnose and treat these conditions.
research Differential Expression and Functionality of ATP-Binding Cassette Transporters in the Human Hair Follicle
Certain transporters are found in human hair follicles and may affect hair growth and loss.
research Critical Role of ATP-P2X7 Axis in UV-Induced Melanogenesis
ATP increases melanin production in skin after UV exposure, with the P2X7 receptor being crucial for this process.
research The Immune Response to COVID-19: Does Sex Matter?
Men and women get COVID-19 at similar rates, but men tend to get sicker and have a higher risk of dying, while women usually have stronger immune responses and vaccine reactions.
research The Promise and Challenges of Cell Therapy for Psoriasis
Cell therapy shows promise for treating severe psoriasis but needs more research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
research Psoriasis Is Characterized by Deficient Negative Immune Regulation Compared to Transient Delayed-Type Hypersensitivity Reactions
Psoriasis may be chronic because it lacks certain immune system controls that prevent overreaction.
research Immunotherapeutic Effects of Allogeneic Mesenchymal Stem Cells on Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Early treatment with the right dose of stem cells can reduce lupus symptoms.