The keratins are the typical intermediate filament proteins of epithelia, showing an
outstanding degree of molecular diversity. Heteropolymeric filaments are formed by pairing …

Intermediate filaments provide scaffolding for the cell and protect it against stress. This
comprehensive review points out that there are more than 100 intermediate filament genes …

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Keratins, the major structural protein of all epithelia are a diverse group of cytoskeletal
scaffolding proteins that form intermediate filament networks, providing structural support to …

The association of keratin mutations with genetic skin fragility disorders is now one of the
best‐established examples of cytoskeleton disorders. It has served as a paradigm for many …

The feather is a complex ectodermal organ with hierarchical branching patterns. It provides
functions in endothermy, communication, and flight. Studies of feather growth, cycling, and …

Acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) also known as folliculitis keloidalis nuchae (FKN) is a chronic
form of scarring folliculitis seen mostly in men of African descent. The term AKN is commonly …

The human keratin family comprises 54 members, 28 type I and 26 type II. Out of the 28 type
I keratins, 17 are epithelial and 11 are hair keratins. Similarly, the 26 type II members …

The term 'keratin'is generally accepted to refer to the epithelial keratins of soft and hard
epithelial tissues such as: skin, cornea, hair and nail. Since their initial characterization, the …

Feathers have complex forms and are an excellent model to study the development and
evolution of morphologies. Existing chicken feather mutants are especially useful for …