research Controlling the Stem Cell Niche: Right Time, Right Place, Right Strength
Wnt/ß-catenin signaling is crucial for regulating skin stem cells and hair growth, with the right levels and timing needed for proper function.
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research Scalp Whorls
Abnormal scalp whorls can indicate brain development issues but may also be seen in neurologically normal people.
research Differential Expression of Stem Cell Markers in Human Follicular Bulge and Interfollicular Epidermal Compartments
Different markers are found in stem cells of the scalp's hair follicle bulge and the surrounding skin.
research Smad4-Dependent Desmoglein-4 Expression Contributes to Hair Follicle Integrity
Smad4 is important for healthy hair follicles because it helps produce a protein needed for hair to stick together and grow.
research Intragenic Deletion in the Desmoglein 4 Gene Underlies the Skin Phenotype in the Iffa Credo Hairless Rat
A gene deletion causes the "hairless" trait in Iffa Credo rats.
research Keratin and Skin Disorders
Changes in keratin affect skin health and can lead to skin disorders like blistering diseases and psoriasis.
research Developing Stratified Epithelia: Lessons from the Epidermis and Thymus
The skin and thymus develop similarly to protect and support immunity.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review of Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management
PCOS is a complex disorder managed by treating symptoms and requires a team of specialists.
research Promotion of Hair Follicle Development and Trichogenesis by Wnt-10b in Cultured Embryonic Skin and Reconstituted Skin
Wnt-10b is important for starting hair growth and developing hair follicles.
research Bulge Cells of Human Hair Follicles: Segregation, Cultivation, and Properties
Researchers found that bulge cells from human hair can grow quickly in culture and have properties of hair follicle stem cells, which could be useful for skin treatments.
research Size Polymorphisms in the Human Ultrahigh Sulfur Hair Keratin-Associated Protein 4, KAP4, Gene Family
The study found that variations in hair protein genes are likely due to evolutionary deletions or duplications.
research The mRNA for Protease Nexin-1 is Expressed in Human Dermal Papilla Cells and its Level is Affected by Androgen
Human skin cells contain Protease Nexin-1, and male hormones can decrease its levels, potentially affecting hair growth.
research Harnessing Neuroendocrine Controls of Keratin Expression: A New Therapeutic Strategy for Skin Diseases?
Using neurohormones to control keratin can lead to new skin disease treatments.
research Hepatic Adenoma in an Adolescent With Elevated Androgen Levels
A teenage girl with high androgen levels and PCOS developed a rare liver tumor, suggesting a possible link between high androgens and the tumor's growth.
research Crystalline Cataract and Uncombable Hair Syndrome in a 7-Year-Old Girl
The study found no common cause for a girl's crystalline cataract and uncombable hair, suggesting their co-occurrence might be coincidental.
research The Regeneration of Caudal Epidermal Specializations in Lygodactylus Picturatus Keniensis (Gekkonidae, Lacertilia)
Lizards can regrow their tail scales with the same structure, distribution, and gender-specific features as the original ones, and this unique ability is not seen in adult mammals.
research Calcium Regulation of Stem Cells
Calcium is important for stem cell function and maintenance, especially in blood and skin cells.
research The Hair Follicle Enigma
The document concludes that understanding hair follicles requires more research using computational methods and an integrative approach, considering the current limitations in hair treatment products.
research Nuclear Factor I-C Regulates TGF-β-dependent Hair Follicle Cycling
Nuclear Factor I-C is important for controlling hair growth by affecting the TGF-β1 pathway.
research Large-Scale Cultivation of Transplantable Dermal Papilla Cellular Aggregates Using Microfabricated PDMS Arrays
Researchers developed a method to grow hair follicle cells for transplantation using a special chip.
research Isolation and Characterization of a Novel Hair Follicle-Specific Gene, Hacl-1
Researchers found a new gene, hacl-1, that is active in mouse hair follicles during hair growth and may be important for hair biology.
research Enhancement of Percutaneous Absorption of Finasteride by Cosolvents, Cosurfactant, and Surfactants
Transcutol P best increases Finasteride absorption for hair loss treatment.
research Sunscreens and Hair Photoprotection
Hair sunscreens are important for maintaining hair's cosmetic value.
research Immunology of Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata, a type of hair loss, is likely an autoimmune disease with a genetic link, but its exact cause is still unknown.
research Stem Cells in Dermatology and Anti-Aging Care of the Skin
Using defensins to activate stem cells may improve skin aging signs without causing inflammation.
research Wnt1a Maintains Characteristics of Dermal Papilla Cells That Induce Mouse Hair Regeneration in a 3D Preculture System
Wnt1a helps keep cells that can grow hair effective for potential hair loss treatments.
research VEGF Upregulates VEGF Receptor-2 on Human Outer Root Sheath Cells and Stimulates Proliferation Through ERK Pathway
VEGF stimulates hair cell growth and increases growth receptor levels through a specific signaling pathway.
research Higher Levels of Steroidogenic Acute Regulatory Protein and Type I 3β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase in the Scalp of Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
Men with baldness have higher levels of specific proteins, suggesting local hormone production may play a role in hair loss.
research Baicalin, A Flavonoid, Affects The Activity Of Human Dermal Papilla Cells And Promotes Anagen Induction In Mice
Baicalin helps hair grow by boosting certain cell activities and speeding up hair cycle in mice.
research Laser Hair Removal: Efficacy and Challenges
Laser hair removal works well for people with dark hair and light skin, but it's less effective for light hair or dark skin; improvements are expected.