29 citations
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November 2022 in “Nature Medicine” This study identified thousands of variant-metabolite associations in the human plasma metabolome, offering insights into the genetic bases of metabolism and potential adverse drug effects.
9 citations
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December 2022 in “Genes” This study conducted a genome-wide analysis in Tianzhu white yaks, identifying differential genes associated with hair growth between long-haired and normal-haired individuals.
5 citations
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August 2021 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” This study observed sexually dimorphic effects of reduced Rdh10 on energy metabolism and muscle function in mice, with males experiencing decreased endurance and females showing increased endurance on a high-fat diet.
3 citations
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October 2024 in “Animals” This study identified three genes in the ovine KAP13 family on chromosome 1 and found that a specific allele of KRTAP13-2 is associated with improved wool fibre diameter uniformity in Chinese Tan sheep, suggesting its potential use as a marker for enhancing wool traits.
3 citations
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August 2020 in “Animals” This study found that calcium and all-trans retinoic acid affect the proliferation and differentiation of goat hair matrix cells, which are essential for cashmere growth research.
2 citations
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December 2020 in “Frontiers in genetics” In this study, the researchers identified the SPEF2 and PRLR genes as potential candidates associated with feather rate phenotypes in Shouguang chickens through combined genome-wide association and differential expression analyses.
1 citations
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February 2025 in “Journal of Dairy Science” In this study, researchers found that the SLICK1 allele in cattle may alter local immune regulation, hair growth, and tissue remodeling, as indicated by differential gene expression pathways associated with immune and inflammatory responses in slick vs. nonslick Holsteins.
April 2026 in “Frontiers in Immunology” In this study, researchers did not find any genome-wide significant genetic signals linked to comorbid chronic inflammatory disorders in patients with alopecia areata, but exploratory analysis suggested potential associations worth further study.
January 2026 in “Animals” This study researched the dun coat color in Mongolian horses, finding that variations in TBX3 expression in different skin areas are linked to Bider markings, suggesting TBX3's role in this specific pigment pattern, while further investigation is needed on its regulation.
December 2025 in “Agriculture” In this research, sequencing the chloroplast genomes of 10 Sansevieria trifasciata cultivars allowed the identification of a trnT-psbD deletion marker capable of distinguishing closely related species, and highlighted evolutionary links with Dracaena, contributing molecular tools for taxonomy and phylogenetic studies in Asparagaceae.
This study conducted a genome-wide association analysis on 1,125 ewes and identified 24 SNPs associated with wool production traits, and highlighted potential candidate genes like ADAR and TP53 for further research into the genetic mechanisms influencing wool growth in sheep.
The research found that while Dnmt3a and Dnmt3b are not necessary for skin homeostasis in mice, the loss of Dnmt3a increases squamous tumor formation from carcinogens, and combined deletion of both results in more aggressive and metastatic tumors.
59 citations
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October 2016 in “Clinics in dermatology” This review discusses various sampling methods for studying Propionibacterium acnes in skin follicles and reports no new experimental results; the authors evaluate these methods' strengths and limitations.
23 citations
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December 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” This study highlights rapid advances in alopecia areata treatment following the identification of genetic variants associated with increased disease risk, suggesting potential for precision medicine approaches.
11 citations
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September 2024 in “Journal of Advanced Research” This study found that PC 3DP models are reliable preclinical tools that could potentially customize treatment strategies and predict patient prognoses by correlating drug sensitivity profiles with clinical outcomes, though larger patient cohort validation is needed to confirm clinical utility.
4 citations
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December 2023 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study found that in people with leprosy sequelae, ulcers on the lower limbs exhibited decreased microbial diversity and reduced abundance of specific bacteria compared to normal skin, with skin metabolites closely linked to these microbial changes.
3 citations
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June 2024 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” In this study, COC treatment led to greater improvements in sex hormone, endocrine factor, and metabolic levels among PCOS patients compared to those who did not receive the treatment.
3 citations
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December 2022 in “The Neurologist” This report presents the first documented case of CARASIL in an Arabic patient and notes unique magnetic resonance spectroscopy findings compared to prior cases.
1 citations
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September 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Addressing biological changes in lipids, metabolism, and microbiota may help treat hair loss in young Chinese females with oily scalps.
May 2026 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” In this study, serum levels of vitamin C, vitamin E, and total antioxidant capacity did not differ significantly between individuals with premature greying hair and controls, but a strong association with family history was observed.
October 2025 in “Food science and nutrition” This chapter explores the evolving cultural and scientific significance of coffee, highlighting how traditional beliefs, brewing innovations, and globalization have shaped its consumption and cultural impact across different societies.
April 2025 in “Skin Health and Disease” This systematic review found that both oral and topical minoxidil have similar efficacy in improving hair density and terminal hair density among patients with androgenetic alopecia, suggesting that oral minoxidil may be a viable second-line or adjunct treatment option.
This study analyzed scalp hair proteins from healthy children and their mothers, finding that non-structural proteins could serve as promising biomarkers for understanding long-term developmental changes and health status linked to early childhood experiences.
December 2021 in “Revista da Sociedade Portuguesa de Dermatologia e Venereologia” This review discusses the impact of dysbiosis on scalp diseases like seborrheic dermatitis and alopecia areata, reporting no new results; the authors suggest the microbiome could offer therapeutic options.
December 2021 in “INDIGO (University of Illinois at Chicago)” This study used single-cell RNA sequencing to characterize 19 distinct cell populations in sheep hair follicles, uncovering differentiation signatures and intercellular communication that may influence wool curvature and sheep breeding.
January 2026 in “JPRAS Open” This study found that among 161 men with androgenic alopecia and "M"-shaped hairlines, sleeping position influenced the asymmetry of hairline recession, while the direction of combing showed no significant effect.
5 citations
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August 2023 in “G3 Genes Genomes Genetics” This study developed an improved reference genome for the African spiny mouse using long Nanopore sequencing reads, potentially aiding future research into the species' remarkable tissue regeneration capabilities.
24 citations
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May 2022 in “BMC Veterinary Research” This study identified key mRNAs and lncRNAs, along with related pathways, that play potentially important roles in hair follicle development and cycling in cashmere goats.
288 citations
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January 2001 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” In this study, the disruption of Gh/tissue transglutaminase in mice did not affect viability but reduced thymocyte viability and fibroblast adhesion, suggesting its role in cell stabilization and extracellular matrix interactions.
234 citations
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November 2009 in “American journal of human genetics” This study identified genetic variants in the Trichohyalin gene that account for approximately 6% of the variance in hair morphology among Australians of European descent.