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December 2004 in “Developmental biology” cDermo-1 causes dense skin, feathers, and scales in chickens.
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June 2014 in “BMC genomics” Poplar seed hairs grow from the placenta at the ovary base, with endoreduplication playing a key role in their development, and share similar cellulose synthesis processes with cotton fibers.
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November 2017 in “General and comparative endocrinology” BMP2 and BMPR-IA may stop hair growth while Noggin may encourage it in yak skin.
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September 2012 in “Birth Defects Research” Wounds heal without scarring in early development but later result in scars, and studying Wnt signaling could help control scarring.
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January 2010 in “International journal of trichology” Keratin-associated proteins are part of the developing hair fiber cuticle.
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March 2010 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Functionalized silicones improve hair appearance, combing, and manageability.
7 citations,
April 2012 in “Biomolecular concepts” Keratin is crucial for keeping skin cells healthy and its changes can lead to diseases and affect cell behavior.
1 citations,
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57 citations,
May 2014 in “Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution” The research found how GPCR Class A Rhodopsin receptors are related and suggested possible substances they interact with.
15 citations,
December 2020 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Epidermal stem cells create and maintain skin structures like hair and nails through specific signaling pathways and vary by location and function.
1 citations,
March 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Radiation therapy damages skin structure and immune function, causing inflammation and potential hair loss.
21 citations,
November 2010 in “Journal of molecular medicine” FoxN1 gene is essential for proper thymus structure and preventing hair loss.
1 citations,
April 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Certain skin proteins can form anchoring structures without the protein AMACO.
102 citations,
July 2020 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Hormones like testosterone and estrogen significantly affect hair growth and structure.
17 citations,
June 2012 in “Journal of experimental zoology. Part B, Molecular and developmental evolution” Hair in mammals likely evolved from glandular structures, not scales.
March 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Meibomian glands are highly specialized and differ significantly from other sebaceous glands in structure and function.
January 2023 in “Methods in molecular biology” ROP GTPase helps control the growth of pollen tubes and root hairs by managing cell structure and movement.
198 citations,
June 2013 in “Molecular psychiatry” Schizophrenia patients' stem cells show abnormal neuron development and mitochondrial issues.
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June 2012 in “Molecular Biology Reports” VEGF stimulates hair cell growth and increases growth receptor levels through a specific signaling pathway.
8 citations,
January 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Transglutaminase activity is important for skin and is found in both mammals and birds.
7 citations,
July 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” PGA-4HGF may help treat hair loss by activating hair growth pathways and extending the hair growth phase.
7 citations,
January 2016 in “Methods in molecular biology” Neurons from hair follicles can help repair damaged nerves.
51 citations,
May 2013 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” Certain drugs that block specific enzymes can help treat prostate diseases.
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306 citations,
April 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The skin has a complex immune system that is essential for protection and healing, requiring more research for better wound treatment.
271 citations,
March 1999 in “Developmental biology” The research shows that a gene called Wnt3 affects hair growth and structure, causing short hair and balding when overactive.
52 citations,
October 2012 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” The document concludes that mouse models are crucial for studying hair biology and that all mutant mice may have hair growth abnormalities that require detailed analysis to identify.
29 citations,
December 2017 in “Molecular therapy” Enzyme replacement therapy improved multiple symptoms of homocystinuria in mice.
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