research Isolation and Characterization of a Novel Hair Follicle-Specific Gene, Hacl-1
Researchers found a new gene, hacl-1, that is active in mouse hair follicles during hair growth and may be important for hair biology.
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270-300 / 1000+ results research The In Vitro Assembly of Hair Follicle Keratins: Comparison of Cortex and Companion Layer Keratins
Different conditions affect how hair proteins assemble, and certain mutations can change their structure.
research A General Mathematical Model for the In Vitro Assembly Dynamics of Intermediate Filament Proteins
The model shows that filament flexibility and amino acid differences affect how fast intermediate filament proteins assemble.
research Bidirectional Binding Property of High Glycine–Tyrosine Keratin-Associated Protein Contributes to the Mechanical Strength and Shape of Hair
High glycine–tyrosine keratin-associated proteins help make hair strong and maintain its shape.
research A Correlative Fluorescent and Electron Microscopic Technique for Ultralocalization of Trichocyte Keratins
Researchers developed a new method to clearly see and label hair proteins with minimal errors using advanced freezing and microscopy techniques.
research The Epidermis: Rising to the Surface
The document concludes that recent research has improved understanding of skin diseases and the balance between cell growth and differentiation in the epidermis.
research Trichohyalin, an Intermediate Filament-Associated Protein of the Hair Follicle
Trichohyalin is a protein in hair follicles that helps form hair filaments.
research Identification of the C-Terminal Tail Domain of AHF/Trichohyalin as the Critical Site for Modulation of the Keratin Filamentous Meshwork in the Keratinocyte
The C-terminal tail of AHF/trichohyalin is essential for organizing keratin filaments in keratinocytes.
research Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex Caused by Distal Truncation of BPAG1-e: An Intermediate Generalized Phenotype with Prurigo Papules
A rare gene mutation causes skin fragility and itching without affecting hair or nails.
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 Structural Analysis of Curly and Straight Human Hair Fibers by Scanning Microbeam SAXS
Curly and straight hair differ in how their internal fibers are arranged.
research Characteristic Microstructure of Curved Human Hair
Curved human hair has different structures on each side, which might cause its shape and is similar to wool.
research Endocrine Controls of Keratin Expression
Hormones control keratin production in skin and hair.
research Nestin as a Marker of Unipotent Epithelial Progenitor Cell Differentiation into Outer Root Sheath Keratinocytes in Embryonic and Adult Hair Follicles
Nestin marks cells that can become a specific type of skin cell in hair follicles of both developing and adult mice.
research Nestin as a Marker of Unipotent Epithelial Progenitor Cells Differentiating into Outer Root Sheath Keratinocytes in Embryonic and Adult Hair Follicles
Nestin-expressing cells turn into a specific type of skin cell in hair follicles during development and in adults.
research Nestin as a Marker of Unipotent Embryonic and Adult Progenitors Differentiating into an Epithelial Cell Lineage of the Hair Follicles
Nestin identifies specific progenitor cells in hair follicles that can become outer root sheath cells.
research Discussion: Themes in the Molecular Structure of Hair
Keratin proteins are crucial for hair structure and strength.
research Understanding the Effect on Hair Fibers of Coloring and Bleaching Formulations Using High Pressure Differential Scanning Calorimetry
Hair coloring and bleaching can permanently break down hair protein and temporarily change its properties.
research Characteristics of KRT80 and Its Roles in Neoplastic Diseases
KRT80 may worsen cancer by increasing growth and spread, but its full effects on treatment and outcomes need more research.
research Differential Expression of Keratin and Keratin Associated Proteins Are Linked with Hair Loss Condition in Spontaneously Mutated Inbred Mice
Abnormal gene expression related to keratin causes hair loss in certain mice.
research Building Models for Keratin Disorders
Krt16-deficient mice help understand skin disorders like PC and FNEPPK.
research Is Thyrotropin-Releasing Hormone a Novel Neuroendocrine Modulator of Keratin Expression in Human Skin?
Thyrotropin-releasing hormone may help control skin and hair growth and could aid in treating related disorders.
research Recombinant Human Hair Keratin Proteins for Halting Bleeding
Recombinant human hair keratin proteins can effectively stop bleeding.
research Penetration of Different Molecular Weight Hydrolysed Keratins into Hair Fibres and Their Effects on the Physical Properties of Textured Hair
Different sizes of keratin peptides can strengthen hair, with smaller ones possibly increasing volume and larger ones repairing damage.
research Desmoglein 4 Is Regulated by Transcription Factors Implicated in Hair Shaft Differentiation
Desmoglein 4 is controlled by specific proteins that affect hair growth.
research Abstracts from the Symposium on the Pathophysiology of Hair Growth Organized by the Institute of Dermatology at the Royal Society of Medicine, 29 October 1987
The symposium concluded that hair growth involves complex processes, including the hair follicle life cycle, the role of the dermal papilla, hair strength, pigmentation, and the impact of diseases and treatments like minoxidil on hair and skin.
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.
research Correction of Hair Shaft Defects Through Allele-Specific Silencing of Mutant Krt75
Using special RNA to target a mutant gene fixed hair problems in mice.
research No Difference in the Proteome of Racially and Geometrically Classified Scalp Hair Samples from a South African Cohort: Preliminary Findings
Hair protein composition is similar across different races and shapes.
research Action of Thioglycolic Acid and L-Cysteine on Disulfide Cross-Links in Hair Fibers During Permanent Waving Treatment
Thioglycolic acid and L-cysteine change hair structure differently during perms, affecting hair strength and curling efficiency.