research Structure and Mechanical Properties of Human Trichocyte Keratin Intermediate Filament Protein
Disulfide bonds make keratin in hair stronger and tougher.
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research Cleave But Not Leave: Astrotactin Proteins in Development and Disease
Astrotactin proteins are important for brain and skin development and are linked to several neurodevelopmental disorders.
research Direct Observation of Hair Components Involved in Formation of Permanent Waves
Microfibrils are key for permanent waves, and hydrolyzed keratin improves wave formation and hair condition.
research Crafting Polymeric and Peptidic Hydrogels for Improved Wound Healing
Advanced hydrogel systems with therapeutic agents could greatly improve acute and chronic wound treatment.
research Hair Biology
The document explains hair biology, the causes of hair loss, and reviews various hair loss treatments.
research Identification of Neprilysin as a Potential Target of Arteannuin Using Computational Drug Repositioning
Arteannuin might work against cancer and Alzheimer's by targeting neprilysin.
research Transglutaminase-3 Enzyme: A Putative Actor in Human Hair Shaft Scaffolding?
TGase 3 helps build hair structure by forming strong bonds between proteins.
research Transgenic Kallikrein 14 Mice Display Major Hair Shaft Defects Associated with Desmoglein 3 and 4 Degradation, Abnormal Epidermal Differentiation, and IL-36 Signature
Mice with extra human KLK14 had hair and skin problems, including weaker cell bonds and inflammation, linked to Netherton syndrome.
research Expression of an Olfactomedin-Related Gene in Rat Hair Follicular Papilla Cells
FP-1 is a key protein in rat hair growth, active only during the growth phase.
research Steroid 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
New steroidal compounds could be effective for treating conditions related to 5α-reductase enzyme activity.
research Mechanism of Laccase-Assisted Tyrosine Grafting on Keratin Using BSA as a Model Protein
New hair perming method using tyrosine is gentler and can be done with a blow-dryer.
research Bioinspired Peptides Designed for Hair Perming and Dyeing With Potential for Repair
PepACS offers a safer, eco-friendly way to perm, dye, and repair hair.
research In Vitro Assembly and Structure of Trichocyte Keratin Intermediate Filaments
Scientists successfully created mouse hair proteins in the lab, which are stable and similar to natural hair.
research Minoxidil May Suppress Androgen Receptor-Related Functions
Minoxidil can reduce functions related to androgen receptors.
research Keratin
Understanding how keratin structures in hair are arranged and interact is key for creating methods to extract and purify them.
research Improving The Mechanical Properties Of Damaged Hair Using Low-Molecular Weight Hyaluronate
Low-molecular weight hyaluronate can make damaged hair stronger.
research Bleached Hair as a Standard Template to Evaluate the Performance of Commercial Hair Repair Products
K18® and Olaplex® both effectively repair bleached hair, improving its strength, smoothness, and overall health.
research Marine-Derived Bioactive Peptides in Self-Assembled Multifunctional Materials: Antioxidant and Wound Healing Properties
Peptides from oysters may safely and effectively heal skin wounds with less scarring.
research Genetics of Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hidradenitis Suppurativa has genetic links, with certain gene mutations more common in patients and a third of cases having a family history.
research An Advanced Review: Polyurethane-Related Dressings for Skin Wound Repair
Polyurethane dressings show promise for wound healing but need improvements to adapt better to the healing process.
research The Impact of AP Collagen Peptides on Hair Shaft Elasticity and Gloss: A Comprehensive Analysis
AP collagen peptides improve hair elasticity and gloss.
research Targeting Integrin Pathways: Mechanisms and Advances in Therapy
New therapies are being developed that target integrin pathways to treat various diseases.
research Evolution of Trichocyte Keratins
Hair keratins evolved from ancient proteins, diversifying through gene changes, crucial for forming claws and later hair in mammals.
research Proteomic Tools for the Investigation of Human Hair Structural Proteins and Evidence of Weakness Sites on Hair Keratin Coil Segments
Hair proteins have weak spots in their α-helical segments.
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 Structures of Three Polycystic Kidney Disease-Like Domains from Clostridium Histolyticum Collagenases ColG and ColH
The study concludes that certain domains in Clostridium histolyticum enzymes are structurally unique, bind calcium to become more stable, and play distinct roles in breaking down collagen, with potential applications in medicine and drug delivery.
research Structural Characterization of Polymorphs and Molecular Complexes of Finasteride
Finasteride's molecular and crystal structures help develop new drug formulations.
research Structure Optimization of Tetrahydropyridoindole-Based Aldose Reductase Inhibitors Improved Their Efficacy and Selectivity
Optimizing the structure of a specific compound greatly improved its effectiveness and precision for treating diabetic complications.
research Cloning, Computational Analysis and Expression Profiling of Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase 1 (SRD5A1) Gene During Reproductive Phases and Ovatide Stimulation in Endangered Catfish, Clarias Magur
The research identified and described a gene important for hormone conversion in endangered catfish, which varies in activity during different reproductive stages and after hormone treatment.
research Nanocarriers for Improved Delivery of Angiotensin-(1-7)
Nanocarriers like liposomes and cyclodextrins improve how angiotensin-(1-7) is delivered in the body.