research Keratin Intermediate Filaments in the Colon: Guardians of Epithelial Homeostasis
Keratin proteins are essential for keeping the cells in the human colon healthy and stable.
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120-150 / 1000+ resultsresearch Genetic Disorders and Defects in Vitamin D Action
Two rare genetic diseases cause severe rickets in children due to defects in vitamin D metabolism.
research Keratin Expression by Corneal and Limbal Stem Cells During Development
Different types of cells in the eye express specific keratins at various stages of development.
research Health Improvement of Human Hair and Their Reshaping Using Recombinant Keratin K31
Recombinant keratin K31 makes damaged hair thicker, stronger, and straighter.
research Reductive Stress Selectively Disrupts Collagen Homeostasis and Modifies Growth Factor-independent Signaling Through the MAPK/Akt Pathway in Human Dermal Fibroblasts
Reductive stress messes up collagen balance and alters cell signaling in human skin cells, which could help treat certain skin diseases.
research A Homozygous Missense Variant in K25 Underlying Overlapping Phenotype With Woolly Hair and Dental Anomalies
A specific mutation in the K25 gene causes a rare genetic disorder with curly hair at birth and later hair loss, along with dental issues.
research Roles of Gut Microbiota in Androgenetic Alopecia: Insights from Mendelian Randomization Analysis
Certain gut bacteria may increase or decrease the risk of male pattern baldness.
research Targeting Integrin Pathways: Mechanisms and Advances in Therapy
New therapies are being developed that target integrin pathways to treat various diseases.
research A Review of the Most Common Dermatologic Conditions and Their Debilitating Psychosocial Impacts
Common skin conditions can greatly affect a person's mental health and social life.
research Enzymes
Enzymes are classified into six types and are essential for many biological processes, with only a few targeted by drugs.
research A Methodological Exploration of Distinguishing Hair Quality Based on Hair Proteomics
Bleaching damages hair by reducing the quality of keratin and keratin-associated proteins.
research Finasteride and Dutasteride for the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review of Efficacy and Reproductive Adverse Effects
Finasteride and Dutasteride can improve hair growth in male baldness but may cause temporary sexual dysfunction and possibly affect fertility.
research Patient Satisfaction and Quality of Life Among Adult Women with Androgenetic Alopecia Using 5% Topical Minoxidil
Most women with hair loss using 5% topical Minoxidil are satisfied with the treatment, but hair loss still affects their daily habits and social life.
research The Pathobiology of Skin Aging
Skin aging is a complex process influenced by various factors, leading to wrinkles and sagging, and should be considered a disease due to its health impacts.
research Altered Dermal Fibroblasts in Systemic Sclerosis Display Podoplanin and CD90
Fibroblast changes in systemic sclerosis may help understand disease severity and treatment.
research Folliculin Interacts With P0071 (Plakophilin-4) and Deficiency Is Associated With Disordered RhoA Signalling, Epithelial Polarization, and Cytokinesis
Folliculin deficiency causes problems with cell division and positioning due to disrupted RhoA signaling and interaction with p0071.
research Sex Hormones in SARS-CoV-2 Susceptibility: Key Players or Confounders?
Sex hormones' effects on COVID-19 are unclear and more research is needed to understand their potential as treatment.
research Anti-Wrinkle Effect of Bone Morphogenetic Protein Receptor 1a Extracellular Domain (BMPR1a-ECD)
BMPR1a-ECD reduces wrinkles much more effectively than retinoic acid.
research An ERK-Dependent Molecular Switch Antagonizes Fibrosis and Promotes Regeneration in Spiny Mice
High levels of ERK activity are key for tissue regeneration in spiny mice, and activating ERK can potentially redirect scar-forming healing towards regenerative healing in mammals.
research Hair Loss, Body Height and Attractiveness Malus for Men
Men with hair loss are seen as less attractive and shorter, and height is a key factor in attractiveness ratings.
research Revised 2003 Consensus on Diagnostic Criteria and Long-Term Health Risks Related to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and linked PCOS to higher risks of diabetes and heart problems, recommending lifestyle changes to lower these risks.
research Androgen Biosynthesis and Gene Defects
Gene mutations can cause problems in male genital development.
research Quality of Life in South African Black Women with Alopecia: A Pilot Study
Alopecia greatly lowers the quality of life for South African Black women, especially affecting their self-image and social interactions.
research Mutations in the Vitamin D Receptor and Hereditary Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets
Mutations in the vitamin D receptor cause hereditary vitamin D-resistant rickets, leading to poor bone health and requiring high calcium doses for treatment.
research The Extracellular Matrix Dictates Regional Competence for Tumor Initiation
The extracellular matrix affects where tumors can start in the body.
research Intermittent and Persistent Type 2 Lupus: Patient Perspectives on Two Distinct Patterns of Type 2 SLE Symptoms
SLE patients experience two patterns of non-inflammatory symptoms: intermittent and persistent.
research CC-Type Glutaredoxins Mediate Plant Response and Signaling Under Nitrate Starvation in Arabidopsis
ROXY proteins help plants respond to nitrate shortage by affecting nutrient sensing and growth.
research Enrichment and Characterization of Human Dermal Stem/Progenitor Cells Using Collagen Type IV
Scientists identified a group of human skin cells with high growth and regeneration potential.
research Longitudinal Clinical Course in Patients With 5α-Reductase Type 2 Deficiency Treated With Testosterone and Dihydrotestosterone During Infancy and Puberty
Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone treatments can help with penile growth in males with 5α-reductase type 2 deficiency, with dihydrotestosterone being more effective in infancy.
research The Reduction of Selenium(IV) by Boreal Pseudomonas sp. Strain T5-6-I – Effects on Selenium(IV) Uptake in Brassica oleracea
Pseudomonas sp. T5-6-I bacteria increase selenium uptake in Brassica oleracea plants by 130%.