research Genome Scan for Signatures of Adaptive Evolution in Wild African Goat (Capra Nubiana)
Wild African goats have genetic adaptations for surviving harsh desert conditions.
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research The Effect of Melatonin Implants Administered from December Until April on Plasma Prolactin, Triiodothyronine, and Thyroxine Concentrations and on the Timing of the Spring Moult in Cashmere Goats
Melatonin implants can change the seasonal prolactin levels and hair growth in adult cashmere goats but not in juveniles, and don't delay spring moult for better fiber harvesting.
research Prenatal Androgenization of Ewes as a Model of Hirsutism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Prenatally androgenized ewes can model increased hair diameter in women with PCOS.
research Expression Analysis of KAP9.2 and Hoxc13 Genes During Different Cashmere Growth Stages by qRT-PCR Method
KAP9.2 and Hoxc13 genes are important for cashmere growth and vary in activity during different stages.
research Ectopic Expression of FGF5s Induces Wool Growth in Chinese Merino Sheep
Overexpression of FGF5s makes Chinese Merino sheep grow longer and heavier wool.
research Keratin Network Modifications Lead to the Mechanical Stiffening of the Hair Follicle Fiber
Changes in keratin make hair follicles stiffer.
research Effects of Different Dietary Protein Levels and DL-Methionine Supplementation on Hair Growth and Pelt Quality in Mink (Neovison Vison)
Higher protein diets with DL-methionine improve mink hair growth and fur quality.
research Ancient Genomes Reveal the Evolutionary History and Origin of Cashmere-Producing Goats in China
Ancient Chinese goats evolved cashmere-producing traits due to selective breeding, particularly in genes affecting hair growth.
research The cDNA-Deduced Amino Acid Sequence for Trichohyalin, a Differentiation Marker in the Hair Follicle, Contains a 23 Amino Acid Repeat
Trichohyalin, a hair follicle protein, has a part with repeating patterns of 23 amino acids.
research Alopecia Areata: A Review of Diagnosis, Pathogenesis, and the Therapeutic Landscape
New treatments for alopecia areata show promise, but standardized guidelines are needed.
research Effect of Immunization Against Melatonin on Seasonal Fleece Growth in Feral Goats
Immunizing goats against melatonin can temporarily change their cashmere growth cycles and increase fleece production.
research A Comparison of the Culture and Growth of Dermal Papilla Cells from Hair Follicles from Non-Balding and Balding (Androgenetic Alopecia) Scalp
Balding hair follicle cells are smaller, grow less well, and need more effort to culture than non-balding cells.
research The Study on Biological Function of Keratin 26, a Novel Member of Liaoning Cashmere Goat Keratin Gene Family
Keratin 26 affects cashmere goat hair growth and is influenced by various treatments.
research Ziehl-Neelsen's Stain for Skin Sections to Show Wool and Hair Follicles
Ziehl-Neelsen's stain helps identify different parts of hair in sheep and goats.
research Electron Microscope Studies of Hair and Wool
Hair and wool have complex microscopic structures with microfibrils and varying cystine content.
research Evaluation of Some Hormones, Total Antioxidant Capacity, and Malondialdehyde Levels in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Women Attending the Gynecology Clinic at Nnewi
Women with PCOS have higher oxidative stress and hormone imbalances, suggesting managing oxidative stress could help.
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 Effect of Age and Sex on Fiber and Follicle Characteristics of an Iranian Native Sheep
As sheep age, their hair fibers and follicles grow larger and more organized, with no significant differences between males and females.
research Diversity of Trichocyte Keratins and Keratin-Associated Proteins
Hair and wool have diverse keratins and keratin-associated proteins.
research Effects of KRTAP20-1 Gene Variation on Wool Traits in Chinese Tan Sheep
Variant G of the KRTAP20-1 gene improves wool curliness in Chinese Tan sheep.
research Variation in the Exon 3–4 Region of Ovine KRT85 and Its Effect on Wool Traits
KRT85 gene variations can help improve wool traits in sheep through selective breeding.
research A Conditional Multi-Trait Sequence GWAS Discovers Pleiotropic Candidate Genes and Variants for Sheep Wool, Skin Wrinkle, and Breech Cover Traits
Researchers found genes and genetic variants linked to sheep wool and skin wrinkles.
research The Susceptibility of Disulfide Bonds to Modification in Keratin Fibers Undergoing Tensile Stress
Disulfide bonds in keratin fibers break more easily under stress, especially when wet, affecting fiber strength.
research STAT3 Inhibits Cell Proliferation at Least in Part Via Directly Negatively Regulating FST Gene Expression
STAT3 reduces FST gene activity and cell growth, affecting hair development and wool quality.
research Human KAP Genes: Only Half of It? Extensive Size Polymorphisms in Hair Keratin-Associated Protein Genes
KAP genes show significant genetic variability, but its impact on hair traits is unclear.
research Novel Investigational Drugs for Alopecia Areata and Future Perspectives
JAK inhibitors are safe and effective for treating moderate-to-severe alopecia areata.
research Expression and Tissue Distribution Analysis of Angiotensin II in Sheep Skins Associated with White and Black Coat Colors
Angiotensin II is found at higher levels in black sheep skin and may influence coat color.
research Structural Hierarchy of Trichocyte Keratin Intermediate Filaments
Keratin proteins are crucial for hair growth and structure.
research In-Vitro and In-Vivo Study of Dye Diffusion into the Human Skin and Hair Follicles
Dyeing hair can help target and destroy hair follicles selectively.
research The Human Type II Keratin Gene Cluster on Chromosome 12q13.13: Final Count or Hidden Secrets?
The document concludes that the human keratin gene cluster is complex, with a need for updated naming to reflect over 50 functional genes important for hair and skin biology.