research Hormonal Regulation of Hair Follicles Exhibits a Biological Paradox
Androgens can both stimulate and cause hair loss, and understanding their effects is key to treating hair disorders.
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research Hunting the Genes in Male-Pattern Alopecia: How Important Are They, How Close Are We and What Will They Tell Us?
Genes play a significant role in male-pattern baldness, and understanding them could lead to new treatments and insights into related health issues.
research Human Skin Color: Origin, Variation, and Significance
Human skin and hair color variation is mainly due to melanin produced by a few genes, with melanin protecting against sun damage.
research Development and Maintenance of Epidermal Stem Cells in Skin Appendages
Epidermal stem cells create and maintain skin structures like hair and nails through specific signaling pathways and vary by location and function.
research Developmental Origin of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Hypothesis
The hypothesis suggests that PCOS may start early in life due to genetic and environmental factors, influencing future reproductive and metabolic problems.
research Peripheral Skin Temperature and Circadian Biological Clock in Shift Nurses After a Day Off
Shift nurses show altered body temperature and stress hormone levels, suggesting their body clocks adjust to irregular schedules.
research The Potential of Androgenic Alopecia Management from Plant Derivatives
Plant extracts like Avicennia marina, Boehmeria nipononivea, and Camellia sinensis could potentially treat hair loss with fewer side effects than synthetic drugs.
research Mutational Analysis of Mitochondrial DNA in Maternal Inheritance of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Mutations in mitochondrial DNA might significantly contribute to the development of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.
research A Brazilian Case of IFAP Syndrome With Severe Congenital Ichthyosis and Limb Malformations Caused by a Rare Variant in MBTPS2
A Brazilian male with IFAP syndrome has a unique genetic variant causing his condition.
research Ectodysplasin Research: Where to Next?
Future research on ectodysplasin should explore its role in diseases, stem cells, and evolution, and continue developing treatments for genetic disorders like hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia.
research Molecular Basis of Androgen Action on Human Sexual Desire
Testosterone significantly affects sexual desire in both men and women, but its impact on women is more complex and influenced by psychological factors.
research Female Androgenetic Alopecia: New Pathophysiological Factors and Future Trends for a More Comprehensive Clinical Approach
New factors in female hair loss include genetics, hormones, stress, and inflammation; future treatments should also focus on these areas and consider the patient's emotional well-being.
research Genome-Wide Association Study in Japanese Females Identifies Fifteen Novel Skin-Related Trait Associations
Researchers found 15 new genetic links to skin traits in Japanese women.
research Possible Contribution of Chronobiology to Cardiovascular Health
Understanding and tracking our body's natural daily rhythms could help improve heart health.
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 Primary Generalized Glucocorticoid Resistance And Hypersensitivity
The conclusion is that genetic changes in the glucocorticoid receptor can lead to conditions affecting stress response, immunity, and metabolism, requiring personalized treatment.
research Androgenetic Alopecia as a Complication of SARS-CoV-2 Infection
People with androgenetic alopecia may have a higher risk of severe COVID-19.
research Histopathology of Alopecia Areata, Acute and Chronic: Why Is It Important to the Clinician?
Recognizing the different stages of alopecia areata is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
research The Effect of Night Shift Work on the Expression of Clock Genes in Beard Hair Follicle Cells
Night shift work disrupts the body's natural clock genes.
research How a Bird Gets Its Feathers: Insights from Chromatin Looping
Feather patterns are influenced by enhancers and chromatin looping, and the structure of protein complexes important for hair growth has been detailed.
research Transcriptomic Regulation of Seasonal Coat Color Change in Hares
Genes related to pigmentation, body rhythms, and behavior change during hares' seasonal coat color transition, with a common genetic mechanism in two hare species.
research Genetic Control of Cytokines
Genes affect cytokine production, which can influence chronic diseases, and certain interventions may help prevent related molecular damage.
research Characterization of a Cluster of Human High/Ultrahigh Sulfur Keratin-Associated Protein Genes Embedded in the Type I Keratin Gene Domain on Chromosome 17q12-21
A cluster of sulfur-rich hair protein genes was found on chromosome 17.
research Racial Variations in COVID-19 Deaths May Be Due to Androgen Receptor Genetic Variants Associated with Prostate Cancer and Androgenetic Alopecia. Are Anti-Androgens a Potential Treatment for COVID-19?
Genetic differences may affect COVID-19 deaths; anti-androgens could be potential treatment.
research Hair Keratin Associated Proteins: Characterization of a Second High Sulfur KAP Gene Domain on Human Chromosome 21 in Fond Memory of Dr. Peter Steinert
A second domain of high sulfur KAP genes on chromosome 21q23 is crucial for hair structure.
research Gene Expression of Type 2 17β Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase in Scalp Hairs of Hirsute Women
Hirsute women have lower type 2 17β-HSD enzyme levels, which improve with treatment.
research An Intrinsic Oscillation of Gene Networks Inside Hair Follicle Stem Cells: An Additional Layer That Can Modulate Hair Stem Cell Activities
Gene network oscillations inside hair stem cells are key for hair growth regulation and could help treat hair loss.
research Peripheral Blood Gene Expression in Alopecia Areata Reveals Molecular Pathways Distinguishing Heritability, Disease, and Severity
Blood tests can help understand the genetic differences in people with alopecia areata, including how severe it is and if it's inherited.
research Candidate SNP Markers of Reproductive Potential Predicted by Significant Change in Affinity of TATA-Binding Protein for Human Gene Promoters
Certain genetic markers linked to reproductive potential were identified by their impact on a protein's ability to bind to genes.
research From Surgery to Pharmacology to Gene Therapy: The Evolution of Hair Restoration Techniques
Hair restoration has evolved from surgery to drugs to potential gene therapy, with improved results and ongoing research driven by high demand.