September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Quercetin-loaded nanoparticles protect human hair from UV-B damage.
April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Deleting the Hoxc13 gene in frogs shows its crucial role in developing skin structures similar to hair.
64 citations,
March 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” GPRC5D is linked to the formation of hair, nails, and certain tongue areas.
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January 2023 in “Science advances” The enzymes Tet2 and Tet3 are important for skin cell development and hair growth.
788 citations,
February 2007 in “Nature” The document concludes that skin stem cells are important for hair growth and wound healing, and could be used in regenerative medicine.
68 citations,
December 2010 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” HOXC13 is essential for hair and nail development by regulating Foxn1.
54 citations,
November 2015 in “Methods in enzymology on CD-ROM/Methods in enzymology” Keratins are important for skin cell health and their problems can cause diseases.
17 citations,
October 2017 in “Scientific reports” Fine wool sheep have more genes for wool quality, while coarse wool sheep have more for skin and muscle traits.
189 citations,
July 2009 in “The Journal of clinical investigation/The journal of clinical investigation” Epidermolysis bullosa simplex causes easily blistered skin due to faulty skin cell proteins, leading to new treatment ideas.
2 citations,
May 2022 in “International journal of trichology” Plica neuropathica is a tangled hair condition that may be caused by hair damage or psychiatric issues and is treated by cutting the hair and addressing mental health.
25 citations,
September 2014 in “SpringerPlus” Sheep have a unique gene, KAP8-2, that humans don't have, which may affect wool properties.
22 citations,
July 2020 in “iScience” Sox21 is crucial for tooth development and enamel formation by preventing cells from changing into a different type.
8 citations,
December 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” Mouse models help understand alopecia areata and find treatments.
April 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Alopecia areata and vitiligo share immune system dysfunction but differ in specific immune responses and affected areas.
June 2024 in “Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal” Multi-omics techniques help understand the molecular causes of androgenetic alopecia.
17 citations,
May 2018 in “BMC genomics” Researchers found genes and microRNAs that control curly fleece in Chinese Tan sheep.
2 citations,
December 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Understanding keratinization is crucial for treating skin conditions like ichthyoses and psoriasis.
Alopecia areata patients show increased inflammation and OX40 activation, suggesting a new treatment target.
New methods to classify curly hair types were developed based on shape and strength.
25 citations,
May 2019 in “Heliyon” Hair treatments cause significant structural changes, especially with excessive heat, regardless of ethnicity.
20 citations,
July 1988 in “Clinics in dermatology” Thioglycolate lotions are the most popular method for permanent waving and hair straightening.
17 citations,
December 2002 in “Biochemical and biophysical research communications” Scientists found out how a specific protein in human hair cuticles behaves and is structured.
139 citations,
December 1998 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” K6hf is a unique protein found only in a specific layer of hair follicles.
28 citations,
November 2018 in “Journal of structural biology” Different populations have distinct hair structures related to their ancestry.
18 citations,
August 2014 in “Lipids” Human hair has more unsaturated fats inside than on the surface, and certain lipids may help bind the outer and inner layers together.
15 citations,
February 2015 in “Cell & tissue research/Cell and tissue research” P-cadherin is important for hair growth and health, and its problems can cause hair and skin disorders.
9 citations,
April 2019 in “Journal of structural biology” Hair's internal fibers are arranged in a pattern that doesn't let much water in, and treatments like oils and heat change how much water hair can absorb.
8 citations,
July 2012 in “Annals of biomedical engineering” Hair absorbs molecules differently based on their size, charge, and love for water, and less at higher pH; this can help make better hair products.
[object Object] January 2024 in “Uttar Pradesh journal of zoology” Chemical treatments severely damage hair cuticles, especially in previously treated hair.
A new system for classifying curly hair types using precise measurements can improve hair care products and cultural inclusion.