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research A Mouse Model of Androgenetic Alopecia
Mice with human gene experienced hair loss when treated with DHT.
research Homozygous ALOXE3 Nonsense Variant Identified in a Patient with Non-Bullous Congenital Ichthyosiform Erythroderma Complicated by Superimposed Bullous Majocchi’s Granuloma: The Consequences of Skin Barrier Dysfunction
A specific gene variant causes severe skin issues and increases infection risk, requiring careful medical monitoring.
research Complementary Evolution of Coding and Noncoding Sequence Underlies Mammalian Hairlessness
Both gene and non-gene areas of DNA evolved to make some mammals hairless.
research Network-Based Approaches Reveal Potential Therapeutic Targets for Host-Directed Antileishmanial Therapy Driving Drug Repurposing
Researchers identified five new potential targets for leishmaniasis treatment, suggesting repurposing existing drugs could be effective.
research Stimuli-Responsive Nanoformulations for CRISPR-Cas9 Genome Editing
Advancements in nanoformulations for CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing can respond to specific triggers for controlled gene editing, showing promise in treating incurable diseases, but challenges like precision and system design complexity still need to be addressed.
research Mapping of a Novel Locus for Keratosis Follicularis Squamosa on Chromosome 7p14.3–7p12.1
A new gene location for Keratosis follicularis squamosa was found on chromosome 7p14.3-7p12.1.
research Engineered Exosomes Biopotentiated Hydrogel Promote Hair Follicle Growth via Reprogramming the Perifollicular Microenvironment
The new hydrogel treatment promotes faster hair growth and better skin health for hair loss.
research Pachyonychia Congenita: Sporadic Onset With Mutation Analysis
A boy with Pachyonychia congenita has a confirmed gene mutation, highlighting the need for a local genetic database in India.
research Characterization of Novel TMEM173 Mutation Causing a Lupus- and SAVI-Like Phenotype, Modified by Polymorphisms in TMEM173 and IFIH1
A new mutation in the STING protein causes a disease with lupus-like symptoms and responds well to a specific inhibitor treatment.
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ANp63 is crucial for skin integrity, new filaggrin gene mutations link to eczema, hair can regrow from non-stem cells, sunburns are increasing, and glucocorticoids help treat skin allergies by affecting immune cells.
research Two Hypomorphic Alleles of Mouse Ass1 as a New Animal Model of Citrullinemia Type I and Other Hyperammonemic Syndromes
Researchers created a new mouse model for studying Citrullinemia Type I and similar conditions, showing symptoms and treatment responses like those in humans.
research Non-Canonical Dimerization of the Androgen Receptor and Other Nuclear Receptors: Implications for Human Disease
Mutations in certain receptors can cause diseases and offer new treatment options.
research Bee Venom Promotes Hair Growth by Inhibiting 5α-Reductase Expression
Bee venom helps hair grow and may work better than some common treatments.
research Keratin 71 Mutations: From Water Dogs to Woolly Hair
A mutation in the KRT71 gene causes a hair disorder by disrupting hair follicle structure and texture.
research An Early Diagnosis of Trichorhinophalangeal Syndrome Type 1: A Case Report and Review of Literature
Early diagnosis of Trichorhinophalangeal syndrome type 1 is crucial for treatment and was achieved through clinical examination and family history.
research The Use of Ultrasound-Targeted Microbubble Destruction Technology for Drug Delivery and Gene Transfection in the Treatment of Atherosclerosis
GSK-36 downregulation with UTMD improves plaque stability in atherosclerosis treatment.
research High Migratory Activity of Dermal Sheath Cup Cells and Clinical Efficacy in Autologous Therapy for Hair Loss
Cells that move well may improve hair loss treatments by entering hair follicles.
research Life Sciences Discovery and Technology Highlights
New findings suggest certain genes and microRNAs are crucial for wound healing, and innovative technologies like smart bandages and apps show promise in improving treatment.
research Stabilizing Mutations of KLHL24 Ubiquitin Ligase Cause Loss of Keratin 14 and Human Skin Fragility
Certain mutations in the KLHL24 gene cause a skin disorder by breaking down an important skin protein.
research P62 Pre-Clinical Pharmacological and Skin Penetration Profile of LDE255, a Novel and Specific Smoothened Antagonist
LDE225 is a promising skin-applied treatment for basal cell carcinoma with good skin penetration and effectiveness.
research Deciphering a Message from the Nucleus: How Transcription Factors and Spatial Chromatin Interactions Orchestrate Epidermal Differentiation
Key skin cell regulators and gene organization changes are crucial for skin cell development and could help treat skin disorders.
research Neurosteroidogenesis Today: Novel Targets for Neuroactive Steroid Synthesis and Action and Their Relevance for Translational Research
New targets for making and using brain-synthesized steroids could lead to better treatments for brain disorders and alcoholism.
research Inherited Ichthyoses: Generalized Mendelian Disorders of Cornification
Inherited ichthyoses cause widespread skin scaling and thickening due to gene mutations.
research Follicular Dermal Papilla Structures by Organization of Epithelial and Mesenchymal Cells in Interfacial Polyelectrolyte Complex Fibers
Scientists created 3D hair-like structures that could help study hair growth and test treatments.
research Lanostane-Type Triterpenes from the Sclerotium of Inonotus Obliquus (Chaga Mushrooms) as Proproliferative Agents on Human Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells
Chaga mushrooms contain compounds that may promote hair growth better than common treatments.
research Skin Equivalent Assay: An Optimized Method for Testing Hair Growth Reconstitution Capacity of Epidermal and Dermal Cells
The 3D skin model is better for hair growth research and testing treatments.
research Effect of Laser Diode Light Irradiation on Growth Capability of Human Hair Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells
Laser diode light boosts hair follicle cell growth and certain gene expressions.
research Characteristics of KRT80 and Its Roles in Neoplastic Diseases
KRT80 may worsen cancer by increasing growth and spread, but its full effects on treatment and outcomes need more research.
research Acetate Meliorates Depressive-Like Behaviour in a Rat Model of PCOS Through Suppression of HDAC2 Expression and DNA Methylation
Acetate helps reduce depression in rats with PCOS by lowering specific gene expression and DNA changes in the brain.