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Different hair types in mammals are linked to variations in specific protein genes, with changes influenced by their living environments.

Prolactin affects the production of different keratins in human hair, which could lead to new treatments for skin and hair disorders.

Keratin 17 is linked to various diseases, including cancer and skin conditions, and may be a target for diagnosis and treatment.

A second domain of high sulfur KAP genes on chromosome 21q23 is crucial for hair structure.

Keratin 79 marks a new group of cells that are key for creating and repairing the hair follicle's structure.

Hormones control keratin production in skin and hair.

Human liver cells stick to hair protein materials mainly through the liver's asialoglycoprotein receptor.

KAP genes show significant genetic variability, but its impact on hair traits is unclear.

K16 can partially replace K14 but causes hair loss and skin issues.

Chemical hair straightening changes hair proteins and mostly fixes broken bonds.

Disulfide bonds make keratin in hair stronger and tougher.

Scientists discovered a unique hair protein, KAP24.1, with a special structure, found only in the upper part of hair cuticles.

Hair ages as the cuticle wears down, especially beyond 1 meter from the root, affecting its strength and shine.

Genetic variations in hair keratin proteins exist but don't significantly affect hair structure.

Keratin peptides can change hair shape gently without harsh chemicals.

There are two types of stem cells in rodent hair follicles, each with different keratin proteins.

The gene KAP22-1 affects wool yield and fiber shape in sheep.

Mutations in the KRT85 gene cause hair and nail problems.

Different hair protein amounts change the strength of keratin/chitosan gels, useful for making predictable tissue engineering materials.

Changes in keratin make hair follicles stiffer.

Cysteine helps maintain keratin production in skin cells even when iron is low.

Brazilian keratin treatments can straighten hair but may contain harmful formaldehyde.

Keratin proteins are essential for keeping the cells in the human colon healthy and stable.

Hair proteins have weak spots in their α-helical segments.

Without keratin 10, there's more growth and development of oil-producing skin cells.

Keratin 15 expression in skin cells is regulated by two mechanisms involving PKC/AP-1 and FOXM1.

Keratin fibrils in hair form and stop growing at specific points in the follicle.

Loss of keratin K2 causes skin problems and inflammation.

Keratin 17 is modified by RSK1 in response to growth and stress, affecting skin growth and stress response.

The study found that mouse sweat glands develop before birth, mature after birth, and have specific keratin patterns.