research Alopecia: Association with Resistance to Thyroid Hormones
A specific thyroid hormone resistance mutation may be linked to different types of hair loss.
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research A Homozygous Single T Deletion Found in the GGCX Gene with PXE-Like Phenotypes
A gene mutation worsens skin irritation in mice due to a lack of certain fats.
research Roles of Jumonji and Jumonji Family Genes in Chromatin Regulation and Development
Jumonji genes are important for development and their mutations can cause abnormalities, especially in the heart and brain.
research Vitamin D and the Skin: Physiology and Pathophysiology
Vitamin D and its receptor regulate skin functions like cell growth, immunity, hair cycle, and tumor prevention.
research Biology and Genetics of Hair
The document concludes that understanding the genes and pathways involved in hair growth is crucial for developing treatments for hair diseases.
research Mouse Models for the Study of Human Hair Loss
Mice are useful for researching human hair loss and testing treatments, despite some differences between species.
research The Development of Several Organs and Appendages Is Impaired in Mice Lacking Sp6
Mice without the Sp6 gene have problems developing several body parts, including hair, teeth, limbs, and lungs.
research Androgenetic Alopecia and Polymorphism of the Androgen Receptor Gene (SNP rs6152) in Patients with Benign Prostate Hyperplasia or Prostate Cancer
Hair loss gene linked to prostate issues.
research Molecular Evolution of HR, a Gene That Regulates the Postnatal Cycle of the Hair Follicle
Changes in the HR gene have influenced hair growth and may lead to hair loss conditions in humans.
research Alopecia Areata: Clinical Review and Treatment Approaches
Alopecia Areata has no guaranteed treatment for hair regrowth, but options like corticosteroids and minoxidil are used, with future research focusing on genetic and immune therapies.
research Alopecia Areata: Pathogenesis, Genetic Factors, and Treatments Using Mouse Models
The document concludes that ongoing research using animal models is crucial for better understanding and treating Alopecia Areata.
research A Novel Homozygous Variant in the DSP Gene Underlies the First Case of Non-Syndromic Form of Alopecia
A new gene variant in the DSP gene is linked to a unique type of hair loss.
research Mutations in the Desmoglein 4 Gene Are Associated with Monilethrix-Like Congenital Hypotrichosis
Mutations in the DSG4 gene can cause a rare hair disorder similar to monilethrix.
research Skin-Specific Regulation of SREBP Processing and Lipid Biosynthesis by Glycerol Kinase 5
A gene called Gk5 controls lipid production in the skin and affects hair growth.
research Alopecia Areata Susceptibility Variant Identified by MHC Risk Haplotype Sequencing Reproduces Symptomatic Patched Hair Loss in Mice
A gene variant causes patched hair loss in mice, similar to alopecia areata in humans.
research The Pathogenesis of Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata is likely caused by a combination of genetic factors and immune system dysfunction, and may represent different diseases with various causes.
research Vitamin D Receptor Gene Polymorphism in Chronic Telogen Effluvium: A Case-Control Study
Certain gene variations in the Vitamin D receptor may increase the risk of chronic hair loss.
research Wound Healing, Cutaneous Therapy, Hair
A device was made in 2008 to measure hair loss severity. Other findings include: frizzy mutation in mice isn't related to Fgfr2, C/EBPx marks preadipocytes, Cyclosporin A speeds up hair growth in mice, blocking plasmin and metalloproteinases hinders healing, hyperbaric oxygen helps ischemic wound healing, amniotic membranes heal wounds better than polyurethane foam, rhVEGF165 from a fibrin matrix improves tissue flap viability and induces VEGF-R2 expression, and bFGF enhances wound healing and reduces scarring in rabbits.
research A Novel Mutation in Hr Causes Abnormal Hair Follicle Morphogenesis in Hairpoor Mouse, an Animal Model for Marie Unna Hereditary Hypotrichosis
A new mutation in the Hr gene causes hair loss in mice, similar to a human hair disorder.
research Stress-Induced Production of Chemokines by Hair Follicles Regulates the Trafficking of Dendritic Cells in Skin
Hair follicles help attract immune cells to the skin during stress.
research An Essential Role for RXRα in the Development of Th2 Responses
RXRα is crucial for proper immune response and links diet to immune function.
research Vitamin D Receptor Gene Polymorphisms Taq-1 and Cdx-1 in Female Pattern Hair Loss
Certain gene variations in the Vitamin D Receptor are linked to higher risk of female hair loss.
research A KRT71 Loss-of-Function Variant Results in Inner Root Sheath Dysplasia and Recessive Congenital Hypotrichosis of Hereford Cattle
A specific genetic change in the KRT71 gene causes a hair loss condition in Hereford cattle.
research BUZZ: An Essential Gene for Postinitiation Root Hair Growth and a Mediator of Root Architecture in Brachypodium Distachyon
The BUZZ gene is important for root hair growth and overall root structure in the plant Brachypodium distachyon.
research Identification of Novel Mutation in the HR Gene Responsible for Atrichia with Papular Lesions in a Pakistani Family
Researchers found a new mutation in the HR gene causing hair loss and skin bumps in a Pakistani family.
research Genetic Variation at the MC1R Locus and the Time Since Loss of Human Body Hair
Humans lost body hair relatively recently in evolution.
research Learning From Nudity: Lessons From The Nude Phenotype
The Foxn1 gene mutation causes hairlessness and immune system issues, and understanding it could lead to hair growth disorder treatments.
research A Splice Variant in KRT71 Is Associated with Curly Coat Phenotype of Selkirk Rex Cats
A gene variant in KRT71 causes the curly fur in Selkirk Rex cats.
research Old Wine in New Bottles: Reviving Old Therapies for Alopecia Areata Using Rodent Models
Old treatments for other skin conditions showed promise for hair regrowth in mice with a hair loss condition.
research Basal Cell Carcinoma, Hedgehog Signaling, and Targeted Therapeutics: The Long and Winding Road
New treatments targeting the Hedgehog pathway can help treat advanced skin cancer but may have side effects and their effectiveness in early stages is unknown.