research A Review of Keratin-Based Biomaterials for Biomedical Applications
Keratin from hair and wool is used in medical materials for healing and drug delivery.
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240-270 / 781 resultsresearch Cytochrome P450: A Target for Drug Development for Skin Diseases
Modulating Cytochrome P450 activity could help develop new skin disease treatments.
research Toxicity of Repeated Oral Intake of Organic Selenium, Inorganic Selenium, and Selenium Nanoparticles: A Review
Eating too much selenium can cause bad breath, hair loss, and nail changes, with harmful effects starting at low daily doses.
research Identification of the Ovine Keratin-Associated Protein 21-1 Gene and Its Association with Variation in Wool Traits
The KRTAP21-1 gene affects wool yield and can help improve wool production.
research Screening and Expression Validation of Key Proteins for Secondary Hair Follicle Growth in Cashmere Goats Based on iTRAQ Quantitative Proteomics Technology
FKBP10 and FBN2 are key proteins for hair growth in cashmere goats.
research Using Proteomics to Compare the Molecular Structures of Sulfide and Permeate-Depilated Sheepskins
The conclusion is that using bovine milk permeate to remove wool from sheepskins is eco-friendly and results in smoother, higher quality leather compared to traditional sulfide methods.
research Insights on the Hair Keratin Structure Under Different Drying Conditions
Drying hair with a microfiber towel better maintains hair strength and structure than using a cotton towel or blow-drier.
research Hair Breakage in Patients of African Descent: Role of Dermoscopy
Dermoscopy helps quickly identify hair breakage in people of African descent.
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 The Potential Teeth Bleaching and Halitosis Prevention Effects of Pediococcus Inopinatus THK-30, a Kimchi-Derived Lactic Acid Bacterium: An In Vitro Study
A kimchi-derived bacterium could help whiten teeth and prevent bad breath.
research A Guide to the Use of Bioassays in Exploration of Natural Resources
Bioassays help find useful compounds in nature for making medicines, supplements, and cosmetics.
research Effect of Shampoo, Conditioner, and Permanent Waving on the Molecular Structure of Human Hair
Perming significantly changes hair's molecular structure, while shampoo and conditioner do not.
research Keratin 71 Mutations: From Water Dogs to Woolly Hair
A mutation in the KRT71 gene causes a hair disorder by disrupting hair follicle structure and texture.
research Structural Changes of Hair Shaft After Application of Chemical Hair Straighteners: Clinical and Histopathological Study
Chemical hair straightening improves smoothness and shine but may cause side effects, suggesting a need for safer methods.
research Nail Loss After Teriflunomide Treatment: A New Potential Adverse Event
Nail loss may be a side effect of the MS drug teriflunomide.
research An Overview on Herbal Shampoo Formulation and Development
Herbal shampoos clean and improve hair naturally without harmful side effects.
research A Scoping Review of Pharmacotherapy, Complementary, and Alternative Medicine, and Surgical Therapies for Androgenic Alopecia
Various treatments help hair growth, but more research needed for safety and effectiveness.
research Next-Generation Therapeutics for Skin Cancer: Nutraceuticals
Certain spices may help prevent and treat skin cancer, but more human trials are needed.
research Glucoraphanin and Sulforaphane Biosynthesis Mediated by Melatonin and Nitric Oxide in Hairy Roots of Broccoli: Insights from Transcriptome Data
Melatonin helps broccoli roots produce anti-cancer compounds by controlling nitric oxide and hydrogen peroxide levels.
research Structure and Hair Follicle-Specific Expression of Genes Encoding the Rat High Sulfur Protein B2 Family
The B2 genes are crucial for hair growth in rats.
research Structure and Expression of Genes for a Class of Cysteine-Rich Proteins of the Cuticle Layers of Differentiating Wool and Hair Follicles
Researchers found genes for cysteine-rich proteins that form the protective layer of hair in humans and sheep.
research Size Polymorphisms in the Human Ultrahigh Sulfur Hair Keratin-Associated Protein 4, KAP4, Gene Family
The study found that variations in hair protein genes are likely due to evolutionary deletions or duplications.
research Nutrition of Women with Hair Loss During Menopause
Eating a balanced diet with specific nutrients is important for menopausal women to manage hair loss.
research Mineral Deficiencies: A Root Cause for Reduced Longevity in Mammals
Not getting enough minerals can lead to health problems and shorter lifespans.
research Ehrlichiosis and Demodicosis in Bali Local Dog
The dog with severe hair loss and itching improved after treatment for ehrlichiosis and demodicosis.
research Gene Expression of Mouse S100A3, a Cysteine-Rich Calcium-Binding Protein, in Developing Hair Follicle
S100A3 protein is crucial for hair shaft formation in mice.
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 Human Hair Keratin Responds to Oxidative Stress via Reactive Sulfur and Supersulfides
Human hair strength and health are linked to sulfur compounds that can be reduced by stress but improved with sulfur supplements.
research Polymorphisms in the Human High Sulfur Hair Keratin-Associated Protein 1, KAP1, Gene Family
Genetic variations in hair keratin proteins exist but don't significantly affect hair structure.
research Human Hair Keratin-Associated Proteins
Hair keratin-associated proteins are essential for strong hair, with over 80 genes showing specific patterns and variations among people.