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GlossaryTumor Suppressor Gene

regulates cell growth by preventing uncontrolled cell division

A tumor suppressor gene is a type of gene that helps regulate cell growth by preventing cells from dividing too quickly or in an uncontrolled way. When these genes are mutated or inactivated, it can lead to the development of cancer because the normal checks on cell division are lost. Examples include the TP53 gene, which produces a protein that can trigger cell death if DNA damage is detected, thereby preventing the propagation of potentially cancerous cells.

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research Non-Invasive Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer from Body Fluids Using a Panel of Tumor Suppressor Genes

March 2011 in “European Urology Supplements”

Blood tests for tumor cells could improve prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment; hair loss severity linked to a gene affecting prostate conditions.

Folliculin, the Product of the Birt-Hogg-Dube Tumor Suppressor Gene, Interacts with the Adherens Junction Protein p0071 to Regulate Cell-Cell Adhesion

research Folliculin, the Product of the Birt-Hogg-Dube Tumor Suppressor Gene, Interacts with the Adherens Junction Protein p0071 to Regulate Cell-Cell Adhesion

72 citations, November 2012 in “PloS one”

The protein folliculin, involved in a rare disease, works with another protein to control how cells stick together and their organization, and changes in this interaction can lead to disease symptoms.

research Independent Genomewide Screens Identify the Tumor Suppressor VTRNA2-1 as a Human Epiallele Responsive to Periconceptional Environment

153 citations, June 2015 in “GenomeBiology.com”

The environment around the time of conception can change the VTRNA2-1 gene in a way that lasts for years and may affect disease risk.

research Regulation of Mitochondrial Oxidative Metabolism by Tumor Suppressor FLCN

81 citations, November 2012 in “Journal of the National Cancer Institute”

The tumor suppressor gene FLCN affects mitochondrial function and energy use in cells.

research Development of Heritable Melanoma in Transgenic Mice

75 citations, March 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

The transgene likely activated an oncogene or interrupted a tumor suppressor gene, causing melanoma in mice.

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in Research/Science 40 upvotes 1 year ago

HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.

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in Chat 89 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation discusses why the difference between donor and balding hair isn't studied more to find a cure for hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

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community The Real Cause Of Androgenetic Alopecia

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