Hairlessness in mammals is due to complex genetic changes in both genes and regulatory regions.
April 2021 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” CTCF protein is essential for skin and hair follicle development in mice.
April 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The ALADIN score can predict how well patients with alopecia areata will respond to JAK inhibitor treatments.
1533 citations,
October 2008 in “Endocrine reviews” Mice without the vitamin D receptor have bone issues and other health problems, suggesting vitamin D is important for preventing various diseases in humans.
133 citations,
May 2016 in “Cell Host & Microbe” Human dermal fibroblasts are the main cells targeted by a virus that can cause a deadly skin cancer, and a certain inhibitor can effectively block this infection.
67 citations,
December 1990 in “The journal of cell biology/The Journal of cell biology” Researchers found genes for cysteine-rich proteins that form the protective layer of hair in humans and sheep.
43 citations,
December 2020 in “PLOS Genetics” New method finds genetic links between Type 2 Diabetes and Prostate Cancer not seen before.
30 citations,
April 2010 in “Cell Cycle” The gene p53 is crucial for removing damaged cells to allow for healthy tissue renewal.
28 citations,
January 2008 in “Journal of medical investigation” Sp6 promotes tooth development by reducing follistatin levels.
26 citations,
December 2011 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” New gene identification techniques have improved the understanding and classification of inherited hair disorders.
24 citations,
January 2018 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Androgenetic alopecia is mainly caused by genetic factors and increased androgen activity, leading to hair follicle miniaturization.
24 citations,
June 2012 in “BMC Research Notes” The HGCA tool helps identify genes that work together by analyzing their co-expression patterns.
21 citations,
November 2017 in “Livestock science” Nellore cattle have genetic variations linked to their adaptation to tropical environments.
18 citations,
February 2012 in “Experimental Dermatology” No link found between specific genes and female pattern hair loss.
17 citations,
August 2012 in “Journal of Medical Genetics” A new mutation in the XEDAR gene might cause a rare skin condition called hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia.
16 citations,
September 2018 in “Clinical Biochemistry” The document concludes that more research is needed to fully understand the causes of PCOS.
16 citations,
February 2018 in “BMC Genomics” Certain genetic markers linked to reproductive potential were identified by their impact on a protein's ability to bind to genes.
14 citations,
January 2008 in “Gene therapy” Gene therapy shows promise for enhancing physical traits but faces ethical, safety, and regulatory challenges.
13 citations,
January 2013 in “Applied and Environmental Microbiology” A gene in Sebekia benihana, CYP-sb21, is needed for a specific reaction on the drug Cyclosporine A, which could be important for hair growth without affecting the immune system.
13 citations,
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.
12 citations,
January 2002 in “Environmental and Molecular Mutagenesis” Smoking reduces antioxidants and causes DNA damage in hair follicles.
9 citations,
February 2022 in “Nature communications” Rare changes in the KRT82 gene are linked to a higher risk of Alopecia Areata.
9 citations,
February 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Older mice have stiffer skin with less elasticity due to changes in collagen and skin structure, affecting aging and hair loss.
7 citations,
January 2015 in “Case reports in genetics” Using SNP array testing helped quickly find the gene causing Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome in two related individuals.
6 citations,
April 2018 in “Transplantation proceedings” A woman experienced severe side effects from a drug due to a specific genetic variation, suggesting genetic testing could prevent such risks.
6 citations,
May 2014 in “Biomarkers and Genomic Medicine” Charnoly bodies could be a marker for cell damage, and certain nutrients and proteins might prevent them, potentially helping with brain diseases and cancer.
5 citations,
June 2023 in “BMC genomics” A specific gene mutation causes long hair in Angora rabbits.
3 citations,
May 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The unique coat of lykoi cats is likely caused by new variants in the Hairless gene.
3 citations,
January 2015 in “Royal Society of Chemistry eBooks” Chocolate has potential health benefits.
2 citations,
July 2022 in “Frontiers in Medicine” The cause of Frontal fibrosing alopecia, a type of hair loss, is complex, likely involving immune responses and genetics, but is not fully understood.