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The project report on Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia (HED) discusses this genetic disorder characterized by reduced sweating, sparse hair, and missing teeth, primarily caused by mutations in specific genes. It emphasizes the disorder's impact on daily life and the importance of genetics in medicine, including potential gene therapy treatments. The report also includes observations on the prevalence and effects of HED, highlighting the connection between scientific research and human health.

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HED Biology Project (Draft)

The project report on Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia (HED) discusses this genetic disorder characterized by reduced sweating, sparse hair, and missing teeth, primarily caused by mutations in specific genes. It emphasizes the disorder's impact on daily life and the importance of genetics in medicine, including potential gene therapy treatments. The report also includes observations on the prevalence and effects of HED, highlighting the connection between scientific research and human health.

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Biology Project Report

Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia (HED)

Submitted by: [Your Name Here]


Class: XI
Subject: Biology

Session: 2025-26
Certificate
This is to certify that the project report entitled ‘Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia (HED)’ is the
original work carried out by [Your Name], Class XI, under the guidance of the Biology department.

Acknowledgment
I sincerely thank my Biology teacher for guidance, my school for providing resources, and my
parents and peers for their constant support in completing this project.

Introduction
Genetic disorders are conditions caused by abnormalities in the DNA sequence. Among them,
ectodermal dysplasias represent a group of inherited disorders that affect structures derived from
the ectodermal layer, such as hair, teeth, nails, and sweat glands. Hypohidrotic Ectodermal
Dysplasia (HED) is one of the most well-known forms, characterized by a reduced ability to sweat,
sparse hair, and missing or abnormally shaped teeth. This disorder has a significant impact on daily
life, as affected individuals face challenges related to heat intolerance and social difficulties.
Studying HED not only helps us understand the role of genes in development but also highlights the
importance of genetics in medicine and future treatments.

Theory
HED is primarily caused by mutations in the EDA, EDAR, or EDARADD genes, which play crucial
roles in the development of ectodermal tissues. The most common form is X-linked HED, where
males are more severely affected due to possessing only one X chromosome. The hallmark
features include hypohidrosis (reduced ability to sweat), hypotrichosis (sparse hair), and hypodontia
(missing teeth). The disorder arises due to defective signaling pathways in the ectoderm, which
prevent normal development of structures like hair follicles and sweat glands. From a biological
perspective, HED serves as a model disorder to study how genes regulate tissue development. In
medicine, it is studied for developing gene therapy and protein replacement therapies that may one
day correct the underlying genetic defect.

Observations and Data


The following graphs illustrate the prevalence of HED, comparison of sweat gland density, and
severity of heat intolerance with age.
Conclusion
This project highlights the significance of Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia (HED) as a genetic
disorder that affects daily life. The study of HED emphasizes the importance of genetics in
medicine, the need for early diagnosis, and the potential of gene therapy in future treatments.
Through this project, I have learned how scientific research connects with human health, and how
biology as a subject bridges theoretical knowledge with real-life applications.

Bibliography
1. NCERT Biology Class XI
2. National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)
3. MedlinePlus Genetics
4. Recent journals on Ectodermal Dysplasia
5. ResearchGate articles on HED

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