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December 2020 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This study analyzed gene expression in 2 canines with Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada syndrome (VKH) and 1 with vitiligo to explore the immunopathogenesis of these autoimmune pigmentary disorders. The research found that T cell gene signatures, including IFNG, TNF, PRF1, IL15, CTSW, CXCL10, and CCL5, were upregulated in affected dogs compared to healthy controls, mirroring findings in humans. Additionally, genes such as FOXP3 and TBX21 were enriched, while IGFBP5, FOXO1, and PECAM1 were decreased. The study also identified TGFB3, SFRP2, and CXCL7 as potential contributors to these disorders. These findings suggested that the immunopathogenesis of VKH and vitiligo is conserved between dogs and humans, providing insights that could aid in developing targeted therapies and predicting treatment responses.
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March 2022 in “Genome biology” scINSIGHT accurately identifies cell clusters and gene patterns in complex data.
March 2024 in “Frontiers in genetics” Different types of fibroblasts play specific roles in wound healing and cancer, which could help improve treatments.
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June 2018 in “Frontiers in immunology” Certain types of T cells are essential for healthy skin and play a role in skin diseases, but more research is needed to improve treatments.
Ovol2 is crucial for hair growth and skin healing by controlling cell movement and growth.