research British Society for Pediatric Dermatology Annual Meeting, Sheffield, 18-19 November 2016
The meeting highlighted the importance of genetic testing and multidisciplinary approaches in pediatric dermatology.
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510-540 / 1000+ results research Cidea Control of Lipid Storage and Secretion in Mouse and Human Sebaceous Glands
Cidea is essential for proper lipid storage and secretion in sebaceous glands, affecting skin and hair health.
research Prognosis and Management of Congenital Hair Shaft Disorders Without Fragility—Part II
Some congenital hair disorders improve with age and can be managed with treatments like minoxidil, retinoids, supplements, and gentle hair care, but there's no cure.
research Melanocytes in Regenerative Medicine Applications and Disease Modeling
Melanocytes are important for normal body functions and have potential uses in regenerative medicine and disease treatment.
research To Grow or Not to Grow: Hair Morphogenesis and Human Genetic Hair Disorders
Genetic mutations can cause hair growth disorders by affecting key genes and signaling pathways.
research Skin Epidermis and Adnexa Regrowth Induced by Treatment With Artificial Dermal Template After Full-Thickness Skin Wound
Artificial dermal template treatment can stimulate complete skin and hair follicle regrowth.
research Immunostaining Study of Cytokeratins in Human Hair Follicle Development
The study found that specific proteins are markers of hair follicle development in human fetuses.
research Ornithine Decarboxylase as a Target for Chemoprevention of Basal and Squamous Cell Carcinomas in Ptch1+/– Mice
Inhibiting ornithine decarboxylase may help prevent certain skin cancers.
research Keratin 17 Impacts Global Gene Expression and Controls G2/M Cell Cycle Transition in Ionizing Radiation-Induced Skin Damage
Keratin 17 is important for skin's response to radiation, affecting many genes and cell division.
research Generation of iPS-Derived Model Cells for Analyses of Hair Shaft Differentiation
Researchers created a mouse cell line to study hair growth and test hair growth drugs.
research The Sheep KAP8-2 Gene, A New KAP8 Family Member That Is Absent In Humans
Sheep have a unique gene, KAP8-2, that humans don't have, which may affect wool properties.
research Klhl24-Mediated Hair Follicle Stem Cells Structural Disruption Causes Alopecia
A faulty KLHL24 gene leads to hair loss by damaging hair follicle stem cells.
research Highly Conserved Keratin-Associated Protein 7-1 Gene in Yak, Taurine, and Zebu Cattle
The KRTAP7-1 gene is very similar across different cattle and yak breeds and likely plays a role in hair strength and shape.
research 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 Bioinformatics Analysis of Genes Associated with Patchy-Type Alopecia Areata: CD2 May Be a New Therapeutic Target
CD2 might be a new treatment target for patchy alopecia areata.
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 Induction of the Hair Growth Phase in Postnatal Mice by Localized Transient Expression of Sonic Hedgehog
Activating the Sonic hedgehog gene in mice can start the hair growth phase.
research Delayed-Onset Pachyonychia Congenita Caused by a Novel Mutation in the V2 Domain of Keratin 6B
A new mutation in the K6b gene caused a girl's late-appearing nail condition.
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 Blackcurrant Extract with Phytoestrogen Activity Alleviates Hair Loss in Ovariectomized Rats
Blackcurrant extract may help reduce hair loss by promoting stem cell activity in hair follicles.
research Loose Anagen Syndrome in One Identical Twin Girl
A 2-year-old girl had a hair disorder not shared by her identical twin.
research Novel Splice Site Mutation in the LIPH Gene in a Patient with Autosomal Recessive Woolly Hair/Hypotrichosis: Case Report and Published Work Review
A new mutation in the LIPH gene was found to cause a rare hair disorder in a Japanese boy.
research Single-Cell Transcriptomics Defines Keratinocyte Differentiation in Avian Scutate Scales
The research identified two types of keratinocytes in chicken scales: one for hard scales and another for soft skin, with similarities to human skin differentiation.
research The Keratins and Their Disorders
Mutations in keratin genes cause cell fragility and various skin disorders.
research Discussion: Themes in the Molecular Structure of Hair
Keratin proteins are crucial for hair structure and strength.
research Ichthyosis
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of ichthyosis is crucial for treatment and genetic advice, and ongoing research is needed for better therapies.
research Identification of the Key Proteins Associated With Different Hair Types in Sheep and Goats
Different proteins are linked to the varying thickness of sheep and goat hair types.
research SP1 and KROX20 Regulate the Proliferation of Dermal Papilla Cells and Target the CUX1 Gene
SP1 promotes and KROX20 inhibits hair cell growth by affecting the CUX1 gene.
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 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.