2 citations
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December 2022 in “Pharmaceutics” This study found that activating both PKM2 and Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathways significantly enhanced hair regrowth and hair follicle neogenesis in mice, suggesting a potential strategy for treating alopecia.
32 citations
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April 2014 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study demonstrates that keratin K2 is crucial for proper keratinocyte structure and function in specific mouse skin areas, and its deficiency leads to cellular aggregates and skin abnormalities.
139 citations
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December 1998 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study identified a new type II cytokeratin, named K6hf, exclusively expressed in the companion layer of the human hair follicle, distinguishing it from other keratins and suggesting a unique biochemical role.
9 citations
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February 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This review discusses the complexity and genetic organization of human keratin gene clusters and addresses the ongoing need for an updated unified naming system; it reports no new clinical results.
152 citations
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April 2002 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study presents evidence that keratitis–ichthyosis–deafness syndrome is caused by a mutation in the connexin 26 gene, expanding the gene's known involvement in various disorders.
In this study, KY19382 was observed to promote hair regeneration and de novo hair follicle formation in mice by activating Wnt/β-catenin signaling, suggesting its potential as a therapeutic for alopecia.
19 citations
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April 1999 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study shows that keratin 2e exhibits distinct temporal and regional expression patterns in fetal epidermis, suggesting different regulatory and functional roles from other epidermal keratins.
December 2020 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” The KDM1 gene helps Venus flytraps close by managing potassium ions.
5 citations
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March 2017 in “Gene” This study found that the transcription factor CAP1 negatively regulates KRT83 expression in Tan sheep, possibly influencing their curly hair phenotype.
August 1994 in “Molecular Endocrinology” This study found that AtT-20 pituitary cells with higher cAMP-dependent kinase activity had larger calcium currents and significantly increased beta-endorphin release compared to cells with lower kinase activity.
This study mapped genome-wide copy number variations in Chinese indigenous fine-wool sheep, providing a valuable genetic resource for researching complex traits and genetic diversity in this species.
82 citations
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March 1992 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This study found that certain CYP21A2 mutations significantly reduce enzyme activity, contributing to non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia phenotypes, which may aid in enhancing diagnosis and treatment strategies.
42 citations
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January 2017 in “Genes” This study observed that genetic variation in the ovine KRTAP22-1 gene is linked to increased wool yield and decreased fiber curvature in sheep, indicating its potential use in breeding programs.
4 citations
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February 2023 in “iScience” This study found that unique genomic regions in Korean long-tailed chickens may contribute to their long tail feathers, offering potential for genetic advancements in ornamental chicken breeding.
7 citations
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October 2023 in “BMC Genomics” In this study, researchers used transcriptome sequencing to identify various noncoding RNAs in the skin tissues of Jiangnan cashmere goats and found that certain long noncoding RNAs may play a role in regulating cashmere fiber fineness, offering new insights for breeding programs.
13 citations
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March 2021 in “British Journal of Pharmacology” This study found that KY19382 can effectively promote hair regeneration and follicle neogenesis in mice and human hair models by activating Wnt/β-catenin signalling, suggesting potential use for alopecia treatment.
September 2022 in “Canadian journal of animal science” This study found that polymorphisms in KRTAP13.1, KRTAP27-1, and KRTAP24-1 were significantly associated with fiber diameter in Jiangnan cashmere goats, which may aid future breeding and conservation efforts.
Nonlinear artificial neural networks are better at identifying different types of animal hair than linear ones.
49 citations
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October 1989 in “Genomics” Type I keratin genes are closely linked to the rex locus on mouse chromosome 11, affecting hair development.
201 citations
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November 1964 in “Journal of neurophysiology” The cuneate nucleus has two main neuron types: relay neurons and interneurons.
October 2024 in “Journal of the American Society of Nephrology” This study found that in a large cohort of chronic kidney disease patients, nonprogression or regression of the disease was more common than progression or kidney failure, especially with advancing age.
4 citations
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April 2024 in “Complex & Intelligent Systems” This study introduced a single-stage network using large kernel attention that effectively restores high-resolution images by capturing both global and local details, reducing parameters and improving processing speed.
23 citations
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February 1993 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 32 citations
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January 2020 in “Journal of Molecular Histology” This research identified K31 as a new marker for distinguishing clear secretory cells in human eccrine sweat glands, aiding in differentiating between distinct cell types within these glands.
In this study, rhKGF2 significantly promoted hair regeneration and enhanced the formation and maturation of hair follicles in experimental bald rats, suggesting potential clinical application.
This study constructed a genomic map of copy number variations in fine-wool sheep, revealing their potential impact on traits like growth, nutrient metabolism, and susceptibility to selection pressures.
August 2019 in “International journal of dermatology and venereology” This review discusses the calcineurin/NFAT pathway's role in cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma, noting its involvement in tumor development, skin cell behavior, and the tumor microenvironment; it reports no new results.
65 citations
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September 2010 in “Journal of the Neurological Sciences” This article discusses Kennedy's disease, detailing its genetic cause, symptoms, and diagnostic criteria, but reports no new clinical findings and highlights a lack of causal therapy.
9 citations
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February 2001 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” This study found that the expressions of CDK inhibitors p21waf1/cip1 and p27kip1 were higher during the anagen phase compared to telogen, suggesting a role in follicular epithelial cell differentiation.