How certain proteins influence hair growth and follicle development
Official title: Instructive roles of mesenchymal proteoglycans in hair follicle morphogenesis and maintenance
Funded at State University New York Stony Brook · NIH-10990587 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how certain proteins help hair follicles grow and stay healthy, which could lead to new treatments for hair loss and similar issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | State University New York Stony Brook NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stony Brook, United States) |
| Project start | September 3, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $594,600 |
| NIH project number | 1R01AR083543-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10990587 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing hair loss or those interested in hair follicle health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to hair follicle development or those not experiencing hair loss may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of specific proteins called proteoglycans in the development and maintenance of hair follicles. It focuses on how these proteins interact with cells in the hair follicle to promote hair growth and regeneration. By understanding the signaling pathways involved, the research aims to uncover new mechanisms that control hair follicle formation and cycling. Patients may benefit from insights that could lead to new treatments for hair loss or related conditions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to innovative therapies for hair loss and improved hair follicle regeneration.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promising results in understanding the role of extracellular matrix proteins in hair follicle biology, suggesting this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
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State University New York Stony Brook
Stony Brook, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chen, Jiang — State University New York Stony Brook
- Study coordinator: Chen, Jiang
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.