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January 2024 In this study, researchers proposed a deep learning approach combining genetic, hormonal, scalp health, and lifestyle data to predict hair loss, employing CNNs for image analysis and RNNs for modeling data over time, although specific results are not reported.
3 citations
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November 2022 in “European Journal of Human Genetics” This study developed new genetic prediction models for male pattern baldness with improved accuracy by utilizing a large set of markers and independent datasets, making them the most reliable available for this trait.
August 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Certain genetic variants and pathways are linked to hair loss.
7 citations
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July 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This article reviews the genetic research on male androgenetic alopecia, highlighting that over 300 associated risk variants have been identified, with unclear mechanisms of action.
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July 1994 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” This study found that a laboratory model using nude mice can produce human hair follicles with amino acid compositions resembling both normal and trichothiodystrophy-affected human scalp hair over extended periods.
188 citations
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October 2012 in “The AAPS Journal” This review discusses strategies for developing semi-solid topical generic products to match the quality of reference-listed drugs, using concepts like quality by design and reverse-engineering, but reports no new results.
July 2023 in “Journal of Biomedical Science” In this review, the authors emphasize that phenotypic heterogeneity in genetic systems and human diseases is influenced by stochastic fluctuation and network topology, proposing that ultrasensitivity and threshold effects explain this variability, which may inform strategies for preventing and treating genetic diseases.
2 citations
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September 2019 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study utilized UK Biobank data to identify genetic factors associated with self-perceived facial aging, highlighting significant roles for skin pigmentation, immune pathways, and extracellular matrix genes.
June 2013 in “The mental health clinician” This review discusses Dr. Atul Butte's lecture on transforming vast data sets into drug discovery insights and highlights the importance of merging clinical, molecular, and environmental data for personalized medicine, but it reports no new clinical results.
5 citations
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May 2024 in “BMC Genomics” This study analyzed the transcriptome of the Tianzhu white yak, identifying differential transcripts that shed light on the molecular mechanisms influencing hair length growth variation in this species.
April 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study identified three new genetic loci linked to sweat gland density in a GWAS involving 6,210 Han Chinese individuals, highlighting potential targets for understanding conditions like anhidrosis and hyperhidrosis and emphasizing the use of quantitative traits in genetic dermatology research.
37 citations
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October 2015 in “European Journal of Human Genetics” This study found that a genetic model using SNPs can predict early-onset male-pattern baldness with moderate accuracy, which may assist in decisions about interventions.
5 citations
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March 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that Piezo2 channels are primarily located on sensory axon membranes in mechanosensory end organs, supporting a model where mechanical stimuli activate Aβ RA-LTMR neurons via axon protrusions.
August 2024 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study investigates the potential causal relationship between hypothyroidism and hair loss conditions like alopecia areata and androgenetic alopecia, noting that previous studies have reported inconsistent findings. Results are not yet detailed.
July 2024 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Certain immune cells are linked to non-scarring hair loss, suggesting potential for immune-targeted treatments.
March 2024 in “Dermatology and therapy (Internet)” This study identified eight genetic markers associated with androgenetic alopecia, suggesting that these SNPs could influence individualized therapeutic responses and highlight the need for personalized treatment strategies.
March 2023 in “Journal of Student Research” This study indicates that the thermoregulatory hypothesis is most likely the main factor behind the evolution of hairlessness in humans.
June 2026 in “Health Science Reports” This study examined the genetic basis of alopecia areata by analyzing gene expression differences between patients and healthy controls, identifying critical pathways, hub genes, transcription factors, and miRNAs implicated in the disease, and suggesting potential targets for treatment.
January 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study identified robust susceptibility genes and potential drug candidates for male-pattern baldness, providing insights into the condition's molecular mechanisms.
This study consolidates information on the unique structural and functional biology of Indian hair, reporting distinct scalp microbial ecology and trichoscopic parameters, which are important for diagnosing and treating hair conditions in Indian populations.
133 citations
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February 2017 in “PLoS Genetics” In this study, researchers used genetic data from over 52,000 men to identify over 250 genetic loci associated with severe hair loss and developed a predictive algorithm for determining hair loss risk.
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October 2024 in “Scientific Reports” In this study using data from young women in West Bengal, India, the researchers identified that leptin signaling impairment, insulin resistance, and specific gene mutations significantly contribute to PCOS, with obesity commonly manifesting in affected individuals.
10 citations
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June 2024 in “Frontiers in Genetics” This study analyzed RNA-seq data from various animal breeds and suggested that similar molecular mechanisms may underlie wool fineness in different sheep breeds. Researchers identified 32 candidate genes related to hair follicle regulation, providing insights for molecular breeding and evolutionary studies.
2 citations
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February 2025 in “Poultry Science” In this study, researchers investigated the genetic basis of the feathered foot trait in Guangxi native chickens and found that the gene TBX5 plays a critical role, suggesting it affects feather formation by regulating the proliferation and migration of dermal fibroblasts.
January 2024 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that genetic predictions of male pattern baldness derived from European data do not accurately predict baldness in African populations, highlighting significant continental differences in genetic architecture and evolutionary history.
2 citations
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October 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study reported the first paleogenomic data from Korea, revealing genetic diversity in ancient Koreans from the Gimhae region, with evidence of admixture between northern-Chinese Iron Age populations and Japanese-Jomon-related ancestry.
49 citations
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October 2022 in “PubMed” This review examines alopecia, its causes, the impact of micronutrients, and the role of the Mediterranean diet, noting conflicting data and a need for more research on diet's effect on hair loss.
37 citations
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August 2020 in “BMC Genomics” This study found that while genetic variants contribute minimally to predicting hair greying in a Polish population, age remains the primary predictor, underscoring the complexity of hair greying as a genetic trait.
September 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” This study developed a partially automated protocol utilizing hair follicles for DNA extraction in marmosets, achieving reliable whole genome sequencing with low chimerism, offering an efficient alternative to blood for genetic studies in non-human primates.
June 2026 in “Journal of cancer research updates” This study conducted in an Iraqi oncology setting found generic Palbociclib to have a safety profile consistent with previous data, with observed side effects including high rates of neutropenia and anemia, particularly among patients receiving it with Fulvestrant.