research Strategies for Improved Hair Binding: Keratin Fractions and the Impact of Cationic Substructures
Certain treatments can increase protein binding to natural hair but are less effective on permed hair.
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120-150 / 1000+ resultsresearch Identification of the Ovine Keratin-Associated Protein 21-1 Gene and Its Association with Variation in Wool Traits
The KRTAP21-1 gene affects wool yield and can help improve wool production.
research Proteins as Hair Styling Agents
Proteins like BSA and keratin can effectively style hair and protect it, offering eco-friendly alternatives to chemical products.
research Mutations in Homocysteine Metabolism Genes Increase Keratin N-Homocysteinylation and Damage in Mice
Genetic mutations that disrupt homocysteine breakdown lead to increased damage in mouse hair keratin.
research The Mean Staple Length of Wool Fiber Is Associated with Variation in the Ovine Keratin-Associated Protein 21-2 Gene
The KRTAP21-2 gene affects wool length and quality in sheep.
research A Kaleidoscope of Keratin Gene Expression and the Mosaic of Its Regulatory Mechanisms
Keratin protein production in cells is controlled by a complex system that changes with cell type, health, and conditions like injury or cancer.
research Ancient Lineages of the Keratin-Associated Protein (KRTAP) Genes and Their Co-Option in the Evolution of the Hair Follicle
Some hair protein genes evolved early and were adapted for use in hair follicles.
research Psoriasiform Skin Reaction Due to Brazilian Keratin Treatment
Brazilian Keratin Treatment can cause skin reactions like redness and scaling, possibly due to formaldehyde.
research Production and Characterization of Human Hair Keratin Bioplastic Films With Novel Plasticizers
Human hair was used to make biodegradable plastic films that could be useful for packaging and disposable products.
research Adsorption of Diclofenac and PFBS on a Hair Keratin Dimer
Human hair keratin might be good for filtering out harmful substances from water.
research Keratin-Modified Waterborne Polyurethane: An Alternative Circular Economy Technology for Adding Value to Cattle Hair Waste from Leather Tanneries
research Ectopic Expression of a Truncated Isoform of Hair Keratin 81 in Breast Cancer Alters Biophysical Characteristics to Promote Metastatic Propensity
A specific hair protein variant increases the spread of breast cancer and is linked to worse survival rates.
research Wool Keratin-Associated Protein Genes in Sheep: A Review
Understanding wool keratin-associated proteins in sheep can help improve wool quality through selective breeding.
research Local Structure of Human Hair Spatially Resolved by Sub-Micron X-Ray Beam
Human hair has a new region with ordered filaments and the cuticle contains β-keratin sheets.
research A Comparative Study of Materials Assembled from Recombinant K31 and K81 and Extracted Human Hair Keratins
Recombinant keratin materials may better promote skin cell differentiation than natural keratin.
research Interactions Between Damaged Hair Keratin and Juglone as a Possible Restoring Agent: A Vibrational and Scanning Electron Microscopy Study
Juglone from walnut extracts may help repair damaged hair.
research Demographic and Histopathological Evaluation in 71 Patients Diagnosed with Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp
Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp is more common in young men and often associated with head and neck acne.
research Direct Observation of Hair Components Involved in Formation of Permanent Waves
Microfibrils are key for permanent waves, and hydrolyzed keratin improves wave formation and hair condition.
research Hair and Nail Relationship: A Comparative Study
Hair and nails are similar keratin structures with different shapes and growth, affected by the same diseases and environmental factors.
research Genetic and Biochemical Aspects of the Synthesis of Keratin by Hair Follicles
research Ovine KRTAP36-2: A New Keratin-Associated Protein Gene Related to Variation in Wool Yield
The KRTAP36-2 gene in sheep affects wool yield.
research Keratosis Pilaris Is a Keratinization of Hair Follicles
Keratosis pilaris is a common skin condition where hair follicles get clogged with keratin, mostly on the arms and thighs.
research Qualitative Investigation of Fresh Human Scalp Hair with Full-Field Optical Coherence Tomography
Melanin density affects hair color, and this method can help in cosmetic assessments and diagnosing hair diseases.
research A Mouse Model of Androgenetic Alopecia
Mice with human gene experienced hair loss when treated with DHT.
research Interventional and Intrinsic Airway Homeostasis and Repair
The document concludes that more research is needed to understand airway repair and to improve tissue engineering for lung treatments.
research Iatrogenic Epidermoid Cyst in the Parotid Gland: A Case Report
A woman developed a cyst in her parotid gland after a botox injection, which was successfully removed with surgery.
research Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome in Two Patients with Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex, Dowling-Meara Type
Two patients with the same genetic mutation had both blistering skin and easily pulled out hair.
research Research Snippets: Dermatological Genetics and Conditions
New gene mutations linked to skin conditions were found, bacteria and chemicals may worsen acne, a dog mutation could exist in humans, virus-like elements might be involved in psoriasis, and a vitamin D3 treatment doesn't prevent chemotherapy-related hair loss.
research Mechanical and Biological Properties of Keratose Biomaterials
Keratose, derived from human hair, is a non-toxic biomaterial good for tissue regeneration and integrates well with body tissues.
research Thyroid Hormones Directly Alter Human Hair Follicle Functions: Anagen Prolongation and Stimulation of Both Hair Matrix Keratinocyte Proliferation and Hair Pigmentation
Thyroid hormones help hair grow, reduce hair loss, and increase hair pigment.