September 2025 in “Animals” In this study, researchers using Astral—DIA proteomics technology identified 67 differentially expressed proteins in Gansu alpine fine-wool sheep, linking proteins like keratin and MGST3 in pathways to wool fineness regulation, particularly highlighting their association with hair follicle development.
In this study, researchers identified the c.296C>T (p.T99I) variant in the KRT32 gene, which co-segregates with loose anagen hair syndrome, and found it decreases binding affinity to KRT82, potentially weakening hair anchorage.
This study reported that genome sequencing and analysis of mink hair keratin genes reveal the amino acid composition of key proteins and offer insights into fur biosynthesis, potentially aiding conservation efforts through transgenic animal design to produce mink fur and help save endangered mink species.
November 2023 in “Advanced Science” A specific hair protein variant increases the spread of breast cancer and is linked to worse survival rates.
January 2023 in “Czech Journal of Animal Science” This study found that down and guard hairs of Inner Mongolia Cashmere Goats have distinct protein compositions and physical properties, with keratin-related proteins potentially influencing these differences.
July 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” In this study, researchers created a comprehensive transcriptome map of human hair follicle compartments, identifying compartment-specific genes and providing a resource for potential therapeutic interventions.
This study identified genetic regions evolving at different rates in hairless mammals, suggesting that specific genomic changes may contribute to the evolution of hairlessness across various species.
May 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that hair-type tissues in hedgehogs show higher enrichment of immune-related genes compared to spine-type tissues, suggesting that spines evolved to protect against injuries and infections.
January 2020 in “Columbia Academic Commons (Columbia University)” This study utilized targeted genomic sequencing and whole exome sequencing to identify novel common and rare genetic variants in Alopecia Areata, revealing potential mechanisms contributing to disease susceptibility.
January 2012 in “Zhongguo shouyi xuebao” In this study, significant differences in the expression of type I IRS keratin genes were observed in the groins of three sheep breeds during wool growth, related to hair follicle density.
October 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that collagen peptides from Mozambique tilapia significantly promoted hair regrowth and increased the proliferation of hair growth factors in vitro and in vivo, suggesting potential as supplements for hair loss prevention.
September 2022 in “Translational Andrology and Urology” This study found that in young men with post-finasteride syndrome, there are potential genetic risk factors associated with psychological and sexual dysfunctions, suggesting genetic screening may be beneficial before prescribing finasteride.
September 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that a specific gene mutation was identified in a family with monilethrix, and treatment with 5% minoxidil liniment improved hair quality in the proband without adverse events.
October 2023 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” In this study, researchers developed WS Biotin, a new water-soluble form of biotin, and found that it significantly improves water solubility compared to free biotin and enhances hair-related keratin expression, gene activity for hair growth in vitro, while also reducing melanin content in skin cells.
March 2006 in “The FASEB Journal” This study found that mice lacking the vitamin D receptor showed disrupted hair follicle cycling and balance between cell proliferation and differentiation, highlighting VDR's role in hair cycling regulation.
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June 2014 in “Der Hautarzt” This review discusses genetic causes and classification of rare, monogenic forms of alopecia and highlights the role of molecular genetic research in understanding hair loss mechanisms but reports no new clinical results.
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January 1993 in “DNA sequence” This study sequenced a related gene to KRT2.9 called KRT2.13, which encodes a type II keratin protein not expressed in the hair follicle, and found significant sequence homology suggesting possible gene conversion or conservation of functional sequences.
February 2025 in “Archives animal breeding/Archiv für Tierzucht” This study found that certain gene polymorphisms in keratin 27 and ELOVL4 are linked to improved cashmere fineness and production traits in Liaoning cashmere goats.
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June 2022 in “Animals” This study found that certain genes were significantly associated with hair length in Inner Mongolia cashmere goats, potentially serving as molecular markers for different hair types.
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December 2022 in “BMC Genomics” This study revealed gene expression patterns in yak hair follicles during different growth phases, enhancing the understanding of cell fate specialization and providing insights for yak villus development.
This animal study found that YH0618 may alleviate doxorubicin-induced alopecia and affects proteins like keratin and Smad3, suggesting potential therapeutic targets. The researchers analyzed protein expression changes to understand YH0618's effects in treating chemotherapy-related hair loss.
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May 2024 in “BMC Genomics” This study analyzed the transcriptome of the Tianzhu white yak, identifying differential transcripts that shed light on the molecular mechanisms influencing hair length growth variation in this species.
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March 2009 in “Hirosaki University Repository for Academic Resources (Hirosaki University)” This study in hairless rats suggests that the deletion of specific hair keratin genes contributes to hypotrichosis and highlights the strain's potential as a model for hair follicle research.
Among Super Merino and Small-Tailed Han sheep, this study identified differentially expressed long non-coding RNAs and mRNAs linked to hair follicle growth and fiber traits, suggesting their potential roles in regulating these important wool characteristics through RNA sequencing and gene enrichment analyses.
This study suggests that specific genetic changes, including mutations in protein-coding genes and noncoding regions, have contributed to the evolution of hairlessness in multiple mammalian species.
February 2020 in “Definitions” This article discusses the human KRT72 wild-type allele's role in hair formation and reports no new research findings.
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May 2016 in “JAAD case reports” This abstract describes monilethrix, an autosomal dominant genodermatosis with symptoms like hair fragility and keratosis pilaris, and does not report new experimental results.
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July 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” High MUC-18/MCAM levels in blood indicate a worse outlook for melanoma patients.
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February 2018 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This study identified a novel splice site mutation in the LIPH gene associated with autosomal recessive woolly hair, contributing to understanding the genetic basis of this condition.
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January 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study observed that storing hair follicle micrografts significantly decreased the expression of certain key genes in the dermal papilla, potentially affecting hair follicle cycling during preparation and storage.