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June 2016 in “Journal of Human Genetics” Researchers found genetic mutations causing hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia in 88% of studied patients and identified new mutations and genetic variations affecting the disease.
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May 2018 in “Clinical Endocrinology” Recent genetic insights show that low-renin hypertension includes a range from essential hypertension to secondary or familial forms, affecting diagnosis and treatment.
9 citations,
June 2020 in “Animal genetics” Scientists found genes linked to hair length in Brangus cattle that could help breed heat-tolerant cattle.
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August 2013 in “PLOS ONE” Genetic variants at 20p11 increase baldness risk in Chinese Han people.
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April 2012 in “Bioinformation” Two specific SNPs in the TRPS1 gene cause excessive hair growth by altering the protein's structure.
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October 2020 in “Annals of Oncology” Men may be more vulnerable to severe COVID-19 due to genetic and hormonal factors, but more research is needed.
DNA analysis can help tailor alopecia treatment.
November 2005 in “Hair transplant forum international” Genetic differences in hair loss can help improve diagnosis and treatment.
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June 2010 in “Nature” Alopecia areata involves both innate and adaptive immunity, with specific genes linked to the disease.
71 citations,
August 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” Hair keratin-associated proteins are essential for strong hair, with over 80 genes showing specific patterns and variations among people.
47 citations,
January 2013 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Hair diversity is influenced by complex genetics and environmental factors, requiring more research for practical solutions.
19 citations,
April 2015 in “Developmental Dynamics” The conclusion is that skin and hair patterns are formed by a mix of cell activities, molecular signals, and environmental factors.
14 citations,
April 2019 in “Genes” Researchers found a genetic region that influences the number of coat layers in dogs.
September 2022 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The research provided new insights into the genetic factors contributing to hair loss and skin conditions by analyzing individual cells from the human scalp.
January 2024 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The research found that genetic factors for male pattern baldness in African men differ significantly from those in Europeans.
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April 2009 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Aromatase gene variation may increase female hair loss risk.
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October 2010 in “Pharmacogenomics” Researchers found that most genes affecting drug responses are not fully covered by commercial SNP chips, suggesting the need for more comprehensive tools to optimize drug selection based on genetics.
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January 2016 in “Dermatology” No significant link between CAG repeat numbers and female pattern hair loss in Han Chinese population.
January 2008 in “The Year book of endocrinology” Gene variant linked to prostate cancer, hormone levels, and hair loss.
62 citations,
January 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” A second domain of high sulfur KAP genes on chromosome 21q23 is crucial for hair structure.
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January 2007 in “Human Genetics” AR polyglycine repeat doesn't cause baldness.
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July 2004 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Hair loss in balding individuals is linked to changes in specific hair growth-related genes.
28 citations,
August 2003 in “Steroids” Hirsute women have lower type 2 17β-HSD enzyme levels, which improve with treatment.
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July 2017 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” Effective treatments for spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy are not yet available; more research is needed.
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December 2013 Men with more vanadium in their blood and who drink less soy milk are more likely to have hair loss.
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June 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” No link found between aromatase gene and female hair loss.
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November 2015 in “Trends in biotechnology” Gene regulation could revolutionize hair color by altering pigmentation from within.
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July 2001 in “American Journal of Human Genetics” Haplogroup X found in Altaian population supports Amerindian origin.
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July 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Gene differences found in hair follicles linked to male baldness.
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July 2012 in “Genesis” The Megsin-Cre transgene is a new tool for genetic manipulation in the skin and upper digestive tract.