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October 2002 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study characterized the mouse profilaggrin gene, finding it structurally identical to its human counterpart, and noted differences in protein-coding regions that could impact epidermal differentiation.
September 2016 in “Journal of dermatological science” This study suggests that FGF18 may enhance radioresistance in telogen hair follicles by inducing cell cycle arrest, potentially serving as a radioprotector against radiation-induced hair follicle damage.
August 2026 in “Ebers Papyrus” This study concluded that allele-specific PCR (AS-PCR) is more reliable than tetra-primer ARMS-PCR for genotyping the SNP rs1998076 due to better stability and interpretability.
39 citations
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August 2017 in “Annual Review of Genetics” This review discusses recent genetic approaches to understanding tissue regeneration mechanisms in vertebrates and reports no new results; it highlights objectives in identifying cellular and molecular factors involved.
21 citations
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December 1994 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 78 citations
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January 2013 in “Brachytherapy” This study found that high-dose-rate electronic brachytherapy was effective for treating nonmelanoma skin cancer, with no recurrences and good to excellent cosmetic results at 1 year or more.
January 2025 in “EXPERIMENTAL ANIMALS” This study found that gamma-ray exposure on the day of fertilization or the day after increased genome editing efficiency in pregnant mice using the i-GONAD method, potentially aiding in the creation of diverse experimental animal models.
11 citations
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October 2019 in “Journal of Cancer Immunology” This article discusses the role of external beam radiotherapy as a primary treatment method for cancer and reports no new clinical findings.
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September 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” This study found that FGF18 signaling helps protect hair follicles from radiation damage by maintaining the resting phase and supporting stem cell survival, potentially reducing radiation-induced hair loss.
39 citations
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January 2019 in “Cells” This review discusses the molecular mechanisms of Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome and evaluates current research trends, available mouse models, and prospects for developing therapies, but reports no new clinical findings.
December 2023 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” In this study, the researchers found that glucocorticoid receptor activation may influence glucose metabolism, with preventive GR antagonist treatment reducing hyperglycemia and restoring glucose tolerance in a PCOS mouse model.
April 2022 in “Microbiology and Immunology” This study suggests that a specific short sequence repeat in Malassezia restricta may be linked to increased colonization and the development or exacerbation of androgenetic alopecia.
9 citations
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March 2009 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology” This study found that variations in the androgen receptor gene influenced memory function in women, with GGN repeat polymorphisms significantly affecting logical memory performance only in females.
February 2026 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” In this case report, goserelin, a GnRH agonist, was effective in managing stuttering priapism and improving erectile function in a patient with sickle cell disease, suggesting potential for last-line treatment.
November 2025 in “Photochemistry and Photobiology” This review article identifies a need for standardized guidelines in using photobiomodulation therapy for spinal cord injury repair, emphasizing that current inconsistencies in therapy parameters may hinder optimal outcomes and limit clinical trials.
March 2023 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” This study found that GPR40 agonists may promote hair growth by inducing angiogenesis via specific molecular pathways in both cell and animal models, suggesting potential for hair loss treatment.
June 2003 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” GLABRA2 represses root hair formation by inhibiting a specific gene.
18 citations
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February 2010 in “Odontology” This report describes Rabson-Mendenhall syndrome cases in two siblings and briefly reviews the literature, highlighting insulin receptor gene mutations as the underlying cause.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” LRIG1 protein affects hair growth by regulating skin receptors, leading to hair loss when overexpressed.
This study suggests that disruptions in the Ran system related to nuclear transport may be a key factor in the development of cellular issues in Hutchinson Gilford Progeria Syndrome.
1 citations
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April 2022 in “Regenerative Therapy” This study suggests that the GDNF signaling pathway may enhance skin regeneration, as observed in axolotls and Spiny mice, indicating potential for similar processes in humans.
This study found that inhibiting mTORC2 in glioblastoma cells reduced DNA repair and increased apoptosis, highlighting its potential role in cancer cell survival and DNA damage response.
11 citations
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March 2019 in “EMBO molecular medicine” This paper reviews the role of endoplasmic reticulum stress and the unfolded protein response in Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome-related atherosclerosis, especially in vascular smooth muscle cells, but reports no clinical findings; intervention in these pathways is suggested as a potential therapeutic strategy.
15 citations
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May 2003 in “The Laryngoscope” In this study, researchers observed that spiral ganglion neurites created more branched networks near FGF-1-coupled beads compared to control beads, highlighting FGF-1's role in hair cell innervation development.
June 2020 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review discusses Robertsonian chromosomal translocations and their prevalence in the population, highlighting their association with infertility, and reports no new clinical results.
34 citations
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March 2007 in “Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications” This study suggests that decreased expression of thioredoxin reductase 1 in hair follicle cells may contribute to glucocorticoid resistance in some alopecia areata patients by affecting the intracellular redox system.
November 2006 in “評価・診断に関するシンポジウム講演論文集” This study found that KSR1 is essential for v-Ha-ras-mediated skin tumor formation in mice but not for MT-driven mammary tumor genesis, suggesting its potential as a therapeutic target in Ras/MAPK signaling.
February 2024 in “Cancers” This review highlights recent progress in developing androgen receptor degraders, such as PROTACs, for treating castration-resistant prostate cancer, and notes that several have entered phase I or II clinical trials, showcasing potential to address drug resistance challenges.
In this report, a unique case of premature graying in a 32-year-old male, with onset at age 15 and a distinctive fractal pattern, was presented, highlighting the need for further investigation into its potential causes and mechanisms.
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August 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Premature graying of hair is mainly caused by genetics, stress, and environment, with potential treatments being explored.