22 citations
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July 2016 in “PLoS ONE” This study identified specific microRNAs and genes associated with the differing wave patterns in Hu sheep hair follicles, which may help understand the molecular mechanisms behind wool quality.
40 citations
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March 2022 in “Small” In an animal model, this study found that PEG hydrogels delivering M2 macrophage-derived exosomes effectively promoted M1 to M2 macrophage transition and enhanced wound healing.
March 2026 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This study identified distinct plasma miRNA profiles in alopecia areata that may aid in diagnosis and therapy, but further validation is needed to confirm these exploratory findings.
July 2025 in “Preprints.org” This study observed distinct plasma miRNA profiles in alopecia areata, identifying several miRNAs downregulated in both mild and severe forms; machine learning models demonstrated strong predictive accuracy, and kinase inhibitors were suggested as promising therapeutic targets based on pathway analysis.
May 2025 in “Preprints.org” This study identified a unique circulating microRNA signature associated with severe alopecia areata, distinguishing it from other inflammatory skin conditions and suggesting these miRNAs as non-invasive biomarkers for diagnosis and potential therapeutic targets.
17 citations
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June 2019 in “BMC genomics” This study cataloged several long non-coding RNAs and microRNAs in cashmere goat dermal papilla cells, suggesting these non-coding RNAs may play a role in hair follicle stem cell activation and hair growth.
9 citations
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May 2012 in “PLOS ONE” This study found that integrin-linked kinase is crucial for various epidermal functions, including differentiation and barrier formation, and also plays a previously unreported role in melanocyte development and function.
47 citations
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December 2019 in “Frontiers in immunology” This study identified a novel G207E STING mutation associated with severe inflammatory symptoms and suggested that common polymorphisms in TMEM173 and IFIH1 may modify the phenotype in affected individuals.
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August 2018 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study reports that a novel gain-of-function mutation in TMEM173, combined with polymorphisms in TMEM173 and IFIH1, results in a distinct clinical phenotype with features of SAVI, including alopecia and photosensitivity.
12 citations
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November 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” In this study, miR-324-3p was found to promote differentiation and migration in cultured keratinocytes and is highlighted as a potential target for treating androgenic alopecia.
July 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that miR-23b and miR-133 significantly reduce mRNA and protein levels of specific target genes involved in Merino sheep hair follicle development, providing insight into molecular breeding for fine wool production.
10 citations
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March 2022 in “Communications biology” In this study, researchers found that non-invasive analysis of skin surface lipid RNAs revealed alterations in gene expression patterns associated with atopic dermatitis, suggesting its potential for understanding skin disease pathophysiology.
3 citations
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February 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that exposing adult esophageal epithelial cells to skin stroma can induce them to transition toward a hair follicle identity, with HIF1a playing a crucial role in this conversion process.
2 citations
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April 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that skin surface lipids contain measurable mRNAs, providing a non-invasive way to study skin diseases, with specific gene expression changes observed in atopic dermatitis patients.
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December 2024 in “Scientific Data” This study identified 1,289 molecular signatures that distinguish the three phases of cashmere growth in goat secondary hair follicles, offering potential targets for improving cashmere production.
March 2024 in “Frontiers in genetics” This study used genomic analysis to reveal moderate genetic diversity, minimal inbreeding, and specific genes under positive selection in Xiangdong black goats, highlighting their unique adaptation traits and potential for breeding and conservation.
69 citations
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September 2006 in “Human Reproduction” This study found that CD45RO+ cells, a subtype of T lymphocytes, were notably reduced in the ovarian follicles of women with PCOS, which may contribute to the condition's pathogenesis.
1 citations
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September 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” In this study, researchers using a Treg-specific HuR-deficient mouse model found that the RNA-binding protein HuR is crucial for stabilizing Foxp3 mRNA, affecting Treg function and immune regulation, with HuR disruption leading to impaired Foxp3 expression and potential autoimmune dysfunction.
5 citations
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November 2024 in “Naunyn-Schmiedeberg s Archives of Pharmacology” This review highlighted the role of microRNAs (miRNAs) in gouty arthritis, emphasizing their potential influence on disease progression through immune and inflammatory regulation, and their prospective use in diagnosis, prognosis, and therapy.
28 citations
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August 2018 in “BMC genomics” This study found that the DNA methylation status of skin samples from cashmere goats was higher during the telogen stage compared to the anagen stage, identifying genes potentially important for hair follicle development and growth.
26 citations
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February 2020 in “Frontiers in genetics” This study identified three candidate genes (CORT, FGF5, and CD36) associated with cold climate adaptation in Yanbian cattle through genome resequencing and comparison with African tropical cattle.
2 citations
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April 2025 in “Frontiers in Genetics” This study investigated the genetic basis of coat color variation in cattle using skin transcriptome and whole-genome analyses, identifying the ASIP gene as a significant determinant that is differentially expressed and under strong positive selection in black and brown cattle breeds.
June 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study identified shared gene expression changes and immune cell infiltration patterns that may contribute to hair loss in alopecia areata and cutaneous lupus erythematosus, but also highlighted factors that might preserve hair in psoriasis patients.
52 citations
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March 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study demonstrated the expression of type 1 interferon-related proteins in inflammatory lesions of alopecia areata, showing a distinct distribution pattern compared to cicatricial alopecia.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that co-culturing dermal papilla cells in a 3D structure with adipose-derived stem cells may enhance the expression of hair inductivity markers compared to 2D cultures.
35 citations
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August 2021 in “npj Regenerative Medicine” This review examines how fibroblasts contribute to regeneration in various organs and explores the potential of reverting adult fibroblasts to a fetal-like state for regenerative therapies, but reports no new empirical findings.
42 citations
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January 2019 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This study identified diltiazem, a calcium channel blocker for hypertension, as a promising repurposed treatment for influenza, enhancing antiviral efficacy when combined with oseltamivir.
January 2021 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” This study suggests that L-(+)-Tartaric Acid may support hair growth by up-regulating certain genes in human Dermal Papilla cells, making it a potentially useful additive in minoxidil formulations.
11 citations
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May 2023 in “Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology” This review discusses various applications of CRISPR-based tools in cancer research, emphasizing their potential for investigating microRNA functions and developing microRNA-based therapies, despite challenges like off-target effects and delivery issues in using CRISPR/Cas9.
3 citations
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January 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” In this study, researchers found that miR-143-3p may play a novel role in cashmere growth by directly repressing the expression of Itga6 in secondary hair follicles of goats.