research Proceedings of the Heinz Maurer-Symposium: Review and Preview in Science for Healthy Skin, June 28, 2014, Jakobsberg, Boppard, Germany
The symposium concluded that environmental factors significantly contribute to skin aging.
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research Stabilization of Epithelial Beta-Catenin Compromises Mammary Cell Fate Acquisition and Branching Morphogenesis
Keeping β-catenin levels high in mammary cells disrupts their development and branching.
research Stabilization of Epithelial Beta-Catenin Compromises Mammary Cell Fate Acquisition and Branching Morphogenesis
Too much β-catenin activity can mess up the development of mammary glands and make them more like hair follicles.
research Genetic Basis of Skin Appendage Development
Hair, teeth, and mammary glands develop similarly at first but use different genes later.
research The Developmental Basis of Fingerprint Pattern Formation and Variation
Fingerprints form uniquely before birth due to specific genetic pathways and local signals.
research The Human Papillomavirus Type 11 Upstream Regulatory Region Triggers Hair-Follicle-Specific Gene Expression in Transgenic Mice
The HPV type 11 region activates hair-specific gene expression in mice.
research Pitx2, A β-Catenin-Regulated Transcription Factor, Regulates The Differentiation Of Outer Root Sheath Cells Cultured In Vitro
Pitx2 helps outer root sheath cells differentiate but can't start hair growth on its own.
research Abstracts
New treatments and diagnostic methods for various animal skin conditions showed promising results.
research Risk of Meningioma Among Users of High Doses of Cyproterone Acetate Compared With the General Population: Evidence From a Population-Based Cohort Study
High doses of cyproterone acetate are linked to an increased risk of developing meningioma.
research Endocrine Treatment of Transsexual Persons: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
The guideline recommends mental health involvement in diagnosing gender identity disorder and outlines hormone and surgical treatment protocols, emphasizing safety, informed consent, and long-term monitoring.
research Hair Follicle Aging Is Driven by Transepidermal Elimination of Stem Cells via COL17A1 Proteolysis
Hair loss and aging are caused by the breakdown of a key protein in hair stem cells.
research High Resolution Full Scan Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry Comprehensive Screening in Sports Antidoping Urine Analysis
The method effectively detects banned substances in urine for sports antidoping.
research Insulin Resistance and Skin Diseases
Insulin resistance may contribute to various skin diseases and treating it could improve skin health and prevent more serious conditions.
research Adrenal Cortex Tumors and Hyperplasias
Most adrenal cortex tumors are benign and non-secreting, but proper diagnosis and treatment are important due to the rare possibility of cancer.
research Screening of Anti-Hair Loss Plant Raw Materials Based on Reverse Network Pharmacology and Experimental Validation
Certain plant extracts may help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth safely.
research CaBP1 and 2 Enable Sustained CaV1.3 Calcium Currents and Synaptic Transmission in Inner Hair Cells
CaBP1 and CaBP2 are necessary for proper hearing and neurotransmission in the ear's inner hair cells.
research Review of Hair Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells as In Vitro Screening Model for Hair Growth
Dermal Papilla cells are a promising tool for evaluating hair growth treatments.
research Expression Profile Analysis of MicroRNAs During Hair Follicle Development in the Sheep Fetus
Ten miRNAs may play key roles in starting secondary hair follicle development in sheep foetuses.
research Evidence-Based and Potential Benefits of Metformin in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review
Metformin helps with menstrual cycles and insulin levels in PCOS but is less effective for hair growth, diabetes prevention, and weight loss, and may improve fertility and reduce diabetes risk.
research Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Derived Exosomes for Organ Development and Cell-Free Therapy
MSC-Exos can aid organ development and offer therapeutic benefits for various conditions.
research The Androgen Receptor Antagonizes Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling in Epidermal Stem Cells
Androgen receptor activity blocks Wnt/β-catenin signaling, affecting hair growth and skin cell balance.
research Experimental and Early Investigational Drugs for Androgenetic Alopecia
New hair loss treatments may include topical medications, injections, and improved transplant methods.
research Human Hair and the Impact of Cosmetic Procedures: A Review on Cleansing and Shape-Modulating Cosmetics
Future hair cosmetics will be safer and more effective.
research Androgen Therapy in Women: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
The Endocrine Society advised against routine testosterone therapy for women, citing a need for more research on long-term safety and a clear definition of androgen deficiency.
research Alternative Uses of Dermoscopy in Daily Clinical Practice: An Update
Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing various skin, hair, and nail disorders and can reduce the need for biopsies.
research Dermal EZH2 Simultaneously Orchestrates Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling Dependent Dermal Differentiation and Retinoic Acid Signaling Dependent Epidermal Proliferation During Murine Skin Development
Ezh2 controls skin development by balancing signals for dermal and epidermal growth.
research Alopecia in Harlequin Mutant Mice Is Associated with Reduced AIF Protein Levels and Expression of Retroviral Elements
Harlequin mutant mice have hair loss due to low AIF protein levels and retroviral element activity.
research Structural Characterization of Cyclosporin A, C, and Microbial Bio-Transformed Cyclosporin A Analog AM6 Using HPLC–ESI–Ion Trap-Mass Spectrometry
Researchers developed a method to identify and analyze cyclosporin compounds and their structures effectively.
research Acanthosis Nigricans, Insulin Resistance, and Cutaneous Virilism
The conclusion is that there's a link between high testosterone levels, insulin resistance, and certain skin conditions, regardless of obesity.
research Cicatricial Alopecia: Overview and Treatment Options
The document concludes that treatments for cicatricial alopecia are not well-supported by evidence, but hair transplantation shows more predictable and satisfactory results.