research The Morphological Basis of Vicuña Wool: Skin and Gland Structure in Vicugna Vicugna (Molina 1782)
Vicuña wool's quality is due to a high density of fine secondary hair follicles, and their skin glands may be used for communication.
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research The Role of the SLC39A Family of Zinc Transporters in Zinc Homeostasis in Skin
Certain zinc transporters are essential for healthy skin and managing zinc in the body could help treat skin problems.
research Developing Optical Biometrics Using Optical Coherence Tomography for Medical Screening and Diagnosis
OCT can effectively screen and diagnose various medical conditions non-invasively.
research Gene Expression in Rat Dermal Papilla Cells: Analysis of 2529 ESTs
Rat dermal papilla cells have unique genes crucial for hair growth.
research Bioinformatics Analysis of Evolutionary Characteristics and Biochemical Structure of FGF5 Gene in Sheep
Editing the FGF5 gene in sheep increases wool length, confirming its role in hair growth.
research Matricellular Proteins in the Homeostasis, Regeneration, and Aging of Skin
Special proteins are important for skin balance, healing, and aging, and affect skin stem cells.
research The Catalog of Human Hair Keratins
Human hair is made up of different keratins, some strong and some weak, with specific types appearing at various stages of hair growth.
research Structure and Mechanical Properties of Human Trichocyte Keratin Intermediate Filament Protein
Disulfide bonds make keratin in hair stronger and tougher.
research George Ernest Rogers 1927–2021
George Ernest Rogers was a notable scientist who made important discoveries about hair and wool proteins.
research Risk Factors Analysis of Premature Canities in Medical Students of Universitas Sumatera Utara Class 2016-2018
Family history and stress are linked to early hair graying, with family history being the main factor.
research The Utility of the Classification Tools in National Institute of Health and Clinical Excellence's Clinical Knowledge Summaries for Primary Care
Nearly half of the classification tools in the National Institute of Health and Clinical Excellence's Clinical Knowledge Summaries might not effectively guide management for general practitioners.
research Location of Keratin-Associated Proteins in Developing Fiber Cuticle Cells Using Immunoelectron Microscopy
Keratin-associated proteins are part of the developing hair fiber cuticle.
research 3D-SeboSkin Model Application in Hidradenitis Suppurativa/Acne Inversa
The 3D-SeboSkin model effectively simulates Hidradenitis suppurativa and is useful for future research.
research Gene Expression Profile of Human Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells in Response to Camellia Japonica Phytoplacenta Extract
Camellia japonica extract may improve scalp health and promote hair growth.
research Isolation and Characterization of a Novel Hair Follicle-Specific Gene, Hacl-1
Researchers found a new gene, hacl-1, that is active in mouse hair follicles during hair growth and may be important for hair biology.
research Trichohyalin-Like Proteins Have Evolutionarily Conserved Roles in the Morphogenesis of Skin Appendages
Trichohyalin-like proteins are essential for the development of skin structures like hair, nails, and feathers.
research General Practitioners’ Knowledge and Practices Related to Alopecia Areata in Qassim Region, Saudi Arabia
General practitioners in Qassim have satisfactory knowledge of alopecia areata but need more education to address gaps and misconceptions.
research Atrichia With Papular Lesions: Dermoscopy to the Rescue
Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing Atrichia with Papular Lesions in children without needing a biopsy.
research Endocrine Intervention for Transsexuals
Hormone treatment for transsexual individuals is effective but carries risks like thromboembolic events and mood changes, with most side effects being minor and reversible.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Prevalence and Clinical Characteristics in a South-West Nigerian Population
Androgenetic alopecia is common in South-West Nigeria, affecting more men than women, with stress worsening the condition.
research Technical Aspects of Prolonged Scalp Expansion
Scalp expansion is an effective way to reconstruct the scalp with good cosmetic outcomes.
research Keratin Function and Regulation in Tissue Homeostasis and Pathogenesis
Keratin is crucial for keeping skin cells healthy and its changes can lead to diseases and affect cell behavior.
research In Vitro Assembly Properties of Human Type I and II Hair Keratins
Different combinations of human hair keratins affect how hair fibers form.
research Structure and Expression of Genes for a Class of Cysteine-Rich Proteins of the Cuticle Layers of Differentiating Wool and Hair Follicles
Researchers found genes for cysteine-rich proteins that form the protective layer of hair in humans and sheep.
research Fundamental Studies on the Interaction Between Moisture and Textiles. Part X. Moisture Sorption Properties of Wool and Hair Fibers
Wool and hair fibers absorb moisture similarly due to their keratin structure, with the amount of non-crystalline areas affecting the moisture uptake.
research Discussion: Themes in the Molecular Structure of Hair
Keratin proteins are crucial for hair structure and strength.
research Mutant Laboratory Mice With Abnormalities in Hair Follicle Morphogenesis, Cycling, and Structure: Annotated Tables
Mutant mice help researchers understand hair growth and related genetic factors.
research Molecular Mechanisms Regulating Hair Follicle Development
Understanding hair follicle development can help treat hair loss, skin regeneration, and certain skin cancers.
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 Optimal Stimulation Toward the Dermal Papilla Lineage Can Be Promoted by Combined Use of Osteogenic and Adipogenic Inducers
Combining specific inducers helps dermal papilla cells regain hair-forming ability.