15 citations
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June 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study identified a novel KRT86 mutation associated with autosomal dominant monilethrix, expanding understanding of its genetic basis beyond known motifs.
2 citations
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July 2021 in “Genes” This study identified a new genetic variant in the KRT71 gene responsible for a breed-specific form of hypotrichosis in Hereford cattle, potentially serving as a model for similar human conditions.
180 citations
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April 2002 in “Cell Death and Differentiation” 15 citations
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May 2014 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” In this study, targeting the expression of a keratin KRT5/KRT8 chimeric cDNA in keratin-deficient mice partially restored structural defects in epidermal cells, but did not fully normalize skin health.
April 2024 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” 44 citations
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August 1990 in “PubMed” This study provides evidence for K1 and K10 derivatives' presence in the inner root sheath and hair cuticle, suggesting that these hair follicle parts may follow familiar keratinization principles.
7 citations
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June 2019 in “Coloration Technology” This research found that translucent keratin films absorbed more dye than opaque films, suggesting they may serve as better screening substrates for evaluating hair dye effectiveness.
March 2026 in “Medical Lasers” Adjusting hair dryer settings improves drying efficiency and keeps hair healthy.
9 citations
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April 2024 in “Cureus” This study outlines the features and diagnosis of Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada disease, highlighting its association with specific genes, its prevalence among pigmented races, and treatment with systemic steroids and immunosuppressants.
8 citations
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June 1981 in “Clinica Chimica Acta”
119 citations
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June 2005 in “Journal of Molecular and Cellular Cardiology” This article reviews the therapeutic potential of potassium channel openers for various conditions related to metabolic distress but does not report new clinical results; it emphasizes the need for further research.
1 citations
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February 2024 in “Preprints.org” This review discusses the pharmacology and potential therapeutic effects of rare ginsenoside compound K on metabolic disorders but presents no new clinical results, highlighting the need for further studies on its bioavailability and toxicity.
October 2025 in “Journal of Neurophysiology” In this study, researchers identified two types of potassium channels, BK and Kv4.2, in rat Merkel cells and reported that these channels play important roles in repolarizing action potentials and maintaining resting membrane potentials, potentially influencing tactile encoding in these cells.
November 2021 in “World Family Medicine Journal /Middle East Journal of Family Medicine” This study observed that diabetic ketoacidosis is common among type-1 diabetics, particularly with initial disease presentation or treatment discontinuation, and is more frequent in females and those with less educated or related parents.
130 citations
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April 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study reports the cloning and expression details of two new human type II keratins, K6irs3 and K6irs4, in the hair follicle's inner root sheath, suggesting a distinct functional role related to hair structure.
4 citations
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May 2024 in “Genes” Among Merino × Southdown cross sheep, this study found that certain variants of the KRT81 gene were associated with differences in fleece weight, but not with staple length or fibre diameter traits.
5 citations
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July 2014 in “Molecular Biology Reports” 3 citations
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December 2013 in “Journal of Cell Science” This study found that K79+ keratinocytes migrate outward to help form the hair follicle lumen both during development and adult regeneration, revealing a novel mechanism of hair follicle formation in mice.
February 2020 in “Definitions” This article discusses the human KRT72 wild-type allele's role in hair formation and reports no new research findings.
32 citations
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November 1998 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” This study found that the unique functions of keratin 16 are likely determined by its tail domain, challenging the previous hypothesis about the role of the helix 1B subdomain.
June 2024 in “Current Developments in Nutrition” In this study, hydrolyzed keratin supplementation using KeraGLO® significantly improved skin parameters such as wrinkle depth, smoothness, moisture, and firmness, as well as hair health, in healthy adult females over a 90-day period at both 500mg and 1000mg doses.
April 2019 in “Archives of aesthetic plastic surgery” This study evaluated an 808-nm diode laser at different fluences for permanent axillary hair removal in Korean women and found that high-fluence treatment (14 J/cm2) effectively reduced hair density and thickness, with no significant difference in comfort compared to lower fluences.
September 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” In this randomized, placebo-controlled study, Kūlaris supplementation significantly improved quality of life for participants with mild-to-severe acne over 12 weeks, though no significant changes in general skin health measures were observed compared to placebo.
49 citations
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August 2004 in “The FASEB Journal” This study found that transgenic mice expressing human keratin K8 in the epidermis showed increased progression of skin lesions toward malignancy, suggesting a role for K8 in the development of invasive skin cancer.
8 citations
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April 2016 in “Experimental dermatology” This study found that the immune-competent B6. Cg‐Tyr c−2J Hr hr /J congenic mouse line had a more pronounced delayed sunburn response and different proliferative skin reactions to UV exposure compared to SKH 1 mice.
May 2004 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that kojic acid and niacinamide were the most effective inhibitors of UVB-induced NF-κB activation and IL-6 secretion in HaCaT keratinocytes, suggesting a role in modulating melanotrophic factor synthesis.
7 citations
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October 2019 in “Brazilian Journal of Petroleum and Gas” This study evaluated a microemulsion-based flushing fluid made with castor oil that effectively removed 84.85% of mud cake formed by drilling fluid, highlighting its Newtonian fluid behavior and high wettability inversion capability.
March 1996 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the introduction and market presence of the Italian hair product Kevis but presents no new clinical findings.
32 citations
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December 2013 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” In this study, rice bran supercritical CO2 extract demonstrated potential to promote hair growth in mice, increasing hair follicles and growth factor expression, similarly to 3% minoxidil.