5 citations
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April 2016 in “Proceedings of the Latvian Academy of Sciences. Section B, Natural, Exact and Applied Sciences” This study fabricated a polyamide fiber containing amber particles and characterized its potential for textile applications, noting that the chemical structure of amber remained unchanged after grinding and integration.
17 citations
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June 2019 in “Cellular signalling” Minoxidil treatment in mice preserved the integrity of elastic lamellae and improved arterial biomechanical properties, especially in females, suggesting it could be an anti-arterial aging agent potentially suitable for female-targeted therapies.
70 citations
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January 2014 in “International review of cell and molecular biology” This review discusses the role of keratins in maintaining epidermal structure and function and reports no new results; the authors emphasize the lack of rational therapies for skin disorders linked to keratin mutations.
32 citations
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April 2014 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study demonstrates that keratin K2 is crucial for proper keratinocyte structure and function in specific mouse skin areas, and its deficiency leads to cellular aggregates and skin abnormalities.
95 citations
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September 2012 in “Oman Medical Journal” This review discusses the structure, types, and distribution of keratins and their role in tissue fragility disorders, particularly within the oral cavity, without presenting new clinical findings.
This study found that oxidized hair undergoes time-related structural changes, resulting in improved thermal and mechanical stability over several months after moderate or intense oxidative treatments.
July 2023 in “Hair transplant forum international” This abstract suggests that hair integrity is influenced by both external factors like physical damage and internal factors such as nutrition, and proposes a "hair diet" as a comprehensive approach to address these issues and improve hair health.
226 citations
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January 2006 in “International review of cytology” Keratin-associated proteins are crucial for hair strength and structure.
June 2026 in “Virtual and Physical Prototyping” This study introduced a high-viscosity epoxy photoresist to enhance the fabrication of complex microstructures with monolithic integration and mechanical stability, enabling advancements in two-photon 3D printing for creating functional micro-mechanical devices.
211 citations
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April 2018 in “Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Biology” Keratins are crucial for cell structure, growth, and disease risk.
48 citations
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January 2002 in “Journal of Structural Biology” This study reports that trichocyte intermediate filaments from rat vibrissae and human hair follicles may contain a hollow region at their core, suggesting unique structural properties.
January 2013 in “Stirling Online Research Repository (University of Stirling)” This study found that integrating the Theory of Planned Behaviour with the Stimulus-Organism-Response framework improved the prediction of intentions to buy embarrassing products, with subjective norms being significant across drugstore, internet, and multi-channel environments.
2 citations
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June 2024 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” In this study, researchers highlighted the integration of computational technology with nanozyme research, enabling atomic-level kinetic analysis and improved design and synthesis of nanozymes, while enhancing detection methods through automated, accurate, and reproducible analyses.
135 citations
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October 1997 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” This study suggests that trichohyalin is modified by peptidyl-arginine deiminase before being cross-linked by TGase 3, allowing the formation of rigid structures in hair follicle cells.
28 citations
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April 1996 in “Cell biology international” This review discusses changes in keratin structure or gene expression that result in various skin disorders and reports no new clinical findings.
February 2025 in “Journal of Tissue Viability” This scoping review suggests that physiological differences in skin structure may affect how individuals with different skin tones respond to pressure ulcer development, emphasizing the need for targeted prevention strategies.
December 2024 in “Medical Review” This review examined the role of organoid technology in modeling genetic diseases, highlighting its promise for understanding disease pathology and developing tailored treatments by integrating genetic insights with advancements in regenerative medicine and biological engineering.
October 2025 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development” In this review, researchers emphasized the importance of integrating natural extracts and modern cosmetic science to develop safe and effective hair-care products, highlighting herbal ingredients and modern advancements that enhance hair health and manageability.
2 citations
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July 2013 in “Fashion business” This study found that keratin essence effectively protected hair structure against dye-induced damage, potentially improving coloring efficiency in damaged hair observed from a single individual.
May 2026 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” This study found that bleaching significantly damages hair structure and increases combing difficulty, while dyeing with emulsifiers can partially reduce damage and improve combability, yet both processes cause notable protein loss.
July 2025 in “Journal of Oncology Research and Therapy” This study found that the effectiveness of scalp cooling in preventing chemotherapy-induced alopecia in early-stage breast cancer patients depends on the integrity of the follicular pigmentary unit, particularly consistent melanosome quantity.
October 2025 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study highlighted the significant role of VSM in cochlear aging, suggesting that changes in its structure and composition may contribute to the development of various pathologies, including congenital hearing disorders, while also identifying the need for further research on VCM-associated molecules.
July 2024 in “International journal of agriculture and food sciences research.” This study found that a hair conditioner using peptides from Pneumatophorus japonicus heads improved damaged hair's structure, gloss, and smoothness more effectively than a commercial wheat protein conditioner by increasing amino acid content and interacting with hair keratin.
20 citations
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July 2005 in “Experimental dermatology” This study found that the fuzzy mutation in mice is linked to both structural hair defects and accelerated hair follicle cycling, influencing the regulation of hair cycle phases such as catagen and anagen.
21 citations
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February 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” The authors conclude that optimizing hair shaft production and appearance may best be achieved by integrating biological, chemical, and physical intervention strategies.
1 citations
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May 2024 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” In this study, KC-AD-MSCs were found to increase COL7 deposition and anchoring fibril formation at the dermal-epidermal junction in a RDEB mouse model, suggesting potential for improving skin integrity in recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa patients.
July 2023 in “RCMOS - Revista Científica Multidisciplinar O Saber” This narrative review highlights how scalp therapy can enhance service quality in barbershops by integrating trichology, aesthetics, and health education, potentially boosting client loyalty and competitive differentiation in the men's grooming market.
4 citations
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April 1989 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This study observed in mouse skin that trichohyalin granules in hair follicles transform into filamentous structures as inner root sheath cells differentiate and cornify.
40 citations
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July 2024 in “Bioengineering” This review found significant progress in 3D bioprinting for surgery, noting advances in creating complex tissue constructs, while highlighting ongoing challenges like vascularization and integration with host tissue, emphasizing the need for further research and regulatory development.
11 citations
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January 2025 in “Regenerative Therapy” This review highlights the potential of bioengineered dermal scaffolds in tissue engineering to enhance wound healing by mimicking the dermal structure and supporting cellular processes, while also discussing recent advancements and challenges in scaffold technology.