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April 2014 in “The Plant cell” The CAP1 gene helps control ammonium levels and is necessary for the proper growth of root hairs in Arabidopsis.
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July 2016 in “Journal of Immunology” Blocking the CXCR3 receptor reduces T cell accumulation in the skin and prevents hair loss in mice.
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November 2007 in “Molecular and cellular endocrinology” Two enzymes regulate androgen receptor activity, affecting treatments for androgen insufficiency and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
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March 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” ATP increases melanin production in skin after UV exposure, with the P2X7 receptor being crucial for this process.
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October 2022 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” Bioengineered nanoparticles can effectively treat hair loss by targeting specific enzymes and receptors.
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June 2021 in “Biomolecules & Therapeutics” Activating δ-opioid receptors can help hair grow.
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October 2023 in “Scientific Reports” Gene therapy helped rats with a specific type of rickets grow hair without severe inflammation.
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May 2012 in “Genesis” Bmpr2 and Acvr2a receptors are crucial for hair retention and color.
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