research Electron Microscope Studies of Hair and Wool
Hair and wool have complex microscopic structures with microfibrils and varying cystine content.
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30-60 / 1000+ results research Evolution of Hard Proteins in the Sauropsid Integument in Relation to the Cornification of Skin Derivatives in Amniotes
Hard skin features like scales, feathers, and hair evolved through specific protein changes in different animal groups.
research Endocrine Controls of Keratin Expression
Hormones control keratin production in skin and hair.
research Cross-Linked Features of Mouse Pelage Hair Resistant to Detergent Extraction
Some mutant mice have hair with abnormal cross-linking, mainly in the cuticle, not affecting other hair parts.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia Shows Robust T Helper 1 and Janus Kinase 3 Skewing
Frontal fibrosing alopecia is linked to increased immune system activity and reduced stem cells, suggesting early treatment targeting this pathway might prevent hair follicle damage.
research Characterization and Chromosomal Localization of Human Hair-Specific Keratin Genes and Comparative Expression During the Hair Growth Cycle
Two specific hair keratin genes are active during hair growth and decline as hair transitions to rest.
research Loss of Keratin K2 Expression Causes Aberrant Aggregation of K10, Hyperkeratosis, and Inflammation
Loss of keratin K2 causes skin problems and inflammation.
research Cross-Linked Features of Mouse Pelage Hair Resistant to Detergent Extraction
Two mouse mutants have defective hair cuticle cross-linking.
research The Functional Diversity of Epidermal Keratins Revealed by the Partial Rescue of the Keratin 14 Null Phenotype by Keratin 16
K16 can partially replace K14 but causes hair loss and skin issues.
research The Inconsistent Regulation of HOXC13 on Different Keratins and the Regulation Mechanism on HOXC13 in Cashmere Goat (Capra Hircus)
The HOXC13 gene affects different hair proteins in cashmere goats in varied ways and is controlled by a feedback loop and other factors.
research Characterization of a 190-Kilobase Pair Domain of Human Type I Hair Keratin Genes
The 190-kbp domain contains all human type I hair keratin genes, showing their organization and evolution.
research Keratins in Health and Cancer: More Than Mere Epithelial Cell Markers
Keratins help protect cells, aid in cancer diagnosis, and influence cancer behavior and treatment.
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 Studies on the Proteome of Human Hair: Identification of Histones and Deamidated Keratins
Human hair contains diverse proteins, including keratins and histones, which could help assess hair health and aging.
research Skin Keratins
Keratins are important for skin cell health and their problems can cause diseases.
research Convergent Evolution of Cysteine-Rich Keratins in Hard Skin Appendages of Terrestrial Vertebrates
Cysteine-rich keratins evolved independently in mammals, reptiles, and birds for hard skin structures like hair, claws, and feathers.
research In Vitro Assembly Properties of Human Type I and II Hair Keratins
Different combinations of human hair keratins affect how hair fibers form.
research Self-Assembly of Solubilized Human Hair Keratins
Human hair keratins can form stable nanofiber networks that might help in tissue regeneration.
research Label-Free Proteomics to Identify Keratins and Keratin-Associated Proteins and Their Effects on the Fleece Traits of Inner Mongolia Cashmere Goats
Proteins influence the quality and traits of cashmere goat fleece, affecting hair strength and diameter.
research Understanding the Biochemical Properties of Human Hair Keratins: Self-Assembly Potential and Cell Response
Human hair keratins can self-assemble and support cell growth, useful for biomedical applications.
research Induction of Hair Keratins Expression by an Annurca Apple-Based Nutraceutical Formulation in Human Follicular Cells
An apple-based supplement was found to stimulate hair protein production, which may help with hair growth.
research Homo- and Heteropolymer Self-Assembly of Recombinant Trichocytic Keratins
Recombinant keratins can form useful structures for medical applications, overcoming natural keratin limitations.
research Cryogelation of Human Hair Keratins
Human hair keratins can be turned into useful 3D biomedical scaffolds through a freeze-thaw process.
research Deficiency of the Human Cysteine Protease Inhibitor Cystatin M/E Causes Hypotrichosis and Dry Skin
Not having enough cystatin M/E protein causes less hair growth and dry skin.
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 The Structure of the Amorphous Matrix of Keratins
Human hair keratin fibers have a detailed nano-scale structure that changes with different conditions.
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 Diversity of Trichocyte Keratins and Keratin-Associated Proteins
Hair and wool have diverse keratins and keratin-associated proteins.
research Keratins and Skin Disease: Genetic and Molecular Roles
Keratin mutations cause skin diseases and could lead to new treatments.
research Immunohistochemical Expression of Keratins in Normal Ovine Skin and in Chronic Dermatitis Due to Sarcoptes Scabiei
Sheep with chronic Sarcoptes scabiei dermatitis have altered keratin expression in their skin.