January 2020 in “Korean journal of ophthalmology/Korean Journal of Ophthalmology” Minoxidil increases cell layer permeability by reducing tight junction proteins and raising ROS levels.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A virus protein can activate a pathway that may lead to abnormal hair follicle development.
April 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Applying the anti-cancer drug Bortezomib to skin can promote hair growth and increase hair proteins through the GATA-3 factor.
December 2015 in “Focus on catalysts” Pomiferin may improve skin and scalp health by boosting important protein expression.
The research found that people's hair proteins vary, especially by ethnicity and body part, which could help identify individuals in forensic science.
The research found that people's hair proteins vary by individual and body part, with some differences between ethnic groups, which could help in forensics.
December 2012 in “Expert review of dermatology” New findings suggest the protein linked to Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome is important in cell signaling and could affect treatment understanding.
May 2004 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology/The Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology” Vitamin D affects Msx1 protein expression and may influence mineralized tissue health.
July 1997 in “The Lancet” A new protein linked to Alzheimer's was discovered, and a hair loss treatment showed effectiveness but had some sexual side effects.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Melanogenesis-related proteins may trigger immune responses in alopecia areata patients.
Wound healing involves three phases and various cells and factors, with scars typically forming in adults. Chronic wounds can occur due to various issues, and abnormal scarring can lead to hypertrophic or keloid scars. Emerging research areas include the role of proteins, microRNAs, macrophage manipulation, and stem cell treatment.
Higher levels of certain proteins in hair loss areas may help understand and treat hair loss.
May 2020 in “Archives of Medical Science” Men with androgenetic alopecia have lower levels of certain proteins and more cell damage.
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February 1992 in “Trends in genetics” Hair follicles create different cell layers and proteins, controlled by various molecules.
192 citations,
April 2019 in “ACS nano” A new microneedle patch made from hair proteins helps regrow hair faster and better than current treatments.
96 citations,
March 2007 in “Developmental biology” The study found that the protein Dkk4 helps regulate hair growth by controlling Wnt signaling in mice.
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December 2000 in “The journal of cell biology/The Journal of cell biology” Scientists successfully created mouse hair proteins in the lab, which are stable and similar to natural hair.
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December 2007 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” A specific chemical change in the S100A3 protein leads to the formation of a four-part structure important for hair formation.
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July 2011 in “Biomaterials” Human liver cells stick to hair protein materials mainly through the liver's asialoglycoprotein receptor.
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April 2012 in “The Plant Journal” Phosphorylation of certain parts of the PIN3 protein is crucial for its role in plant root growth and response to gravity.
46 citations,
January 2020 in “Theranostics” Injecting a special gel with human protein particles can help hair grow.
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December 2006 in “Biopolymers” Permanent waving weakens hair by altering its protein structure.
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December 2013 in “Stem Cells” Stretching skin increases a certain protein that attracts stem cells, helping skin regeneration.
34 citations,
July 2009 in “Journal of Cell Science” ΔNp63α helps control a protein that stops cancer cells from spreading.
27 citations,
May 2019 in “Cosmetics” The hair cuticle is made of tough proteins that protect the hair, but more research is needed to fully understand its structure.
25 citations,
November 2018 in “Cell reports” The study concluded that specific proteins are necessary to maintain the structure that holds epithelial cells tightly together.
21 citations,
November 2009 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document suggests that certain protein deficiencies and scalp blistering in Epidermolysis Bullosa may cause hair loss.
19 citations,
December 2016 in “PLOS ONE” Early-stage skin cells help regenerate hair follicles, with proteins SDF1, MMP3, biglycan, and LTBP1 playing key roles.
18 citations,
June 2012 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Vitamin D boosts a specific protein in skin cells linked to hair follicles.
17 citations,
August 2018 in “BMC Genomics” The HOXC13 gene affects different hair proteins in cashmere goats in varied ways and is controlled by a feedback loop and other factors.